A scheme is proposed for measuring the velocity and direction of falling raindrops. Measurement range and accuracy are evaluated.
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Translated from Izmeritel'naya Tekhnika, No. 11. pp. 39–41, November, 2008.
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Titov, A.A. Heterodyne meter for the velocity and direction of falling raindrops. Meas Tech 51, 1200–1203 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11018-009-9186-6
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