PiCUS Wind Measurement System

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The PiCUS wind measurement system measures wind speed and wind direction. The recorded data can be combined with other measurements, such as wind reaction measurements, and evaluated. The system can be used as an optional addition to other PiCUS devices or as a standalone wind measurement solution.

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    Description

    The PiCUS wind measurement system provides tree assessors with a comprehensive diagnostic tool for detecting and evaluating tree defects. The high-precision system records wind speeds and wind directions both in gusts and as average values. The data can be used independently to analyze wind and weather or combined with other measurements.

    The PiCUS wind measurement system can optionally be expanded with the PiCUS TreeMotion (PEC.WM) and the PiCUS TreeQinetic (PTQ.WM). A mobile telescopic mast is available for stable installation if required. Alternatively, the system can be mounted on existing structures such as buildings or masts.

    Comparison of functional scope

    Device version

    PEC.WM

    PTQ.WM
    Measuring variables

     

     
    maximum wind speed ✔ ✔
    average wind speed ✔ ✔
    Wind direction ✔ ✔
    Air pressure ✔

     
    Temperature ✔

     
    Interfaces

     

     
    USB (download recorded data) ✔ ✔
    local radio (TreeQinetic radio)

     

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    LTE (data upload to the PiCUS Cloud) ✔

     
    Intended use

     

     
    autonomous ✔

     
    Kombination with PiCUS TMS 3 ✔

     
    Kombination with PiCUS TreeQinetic

     

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    Scope of delivery

    • Wind measurement system Cloud
    • Can be combined with TMS3 or used as a stand-alone system
    • Built-in solar cell supports the battery
    • Micro-USB cable for charging and data transfer
    • Magnetic pen for switching on
    • Outrigger with adapter for mounting on masts
    • 2x pipe clamps 50-70 mm
    • 2x pipe clamps 32-50 mm
    • Optional 10 m telescopic mast on request
    • Direct download to Tree Motion software
    • Data transfer every 4 hours directly to the IML Cloud
    • Setup via app (Android and iOS)
    • Display and retrieval of data via app and WebGIS
    • Cloud connection with LTE data package included
    • App and WebGIS use included.
    • Optional transport case

    Measurement principle

    The PiCUS wind measurement system consists of several system components that together measure wind speed and wind direction. The wind hits the half-shell cross, causing the shell to rotate. The stronger the wind blows, the faster the axis rotates. The rotational speed is measured and output in m/s.

    Technical Details

    For Cloud wind measurement system

    Measurement parameters:

    • Measurement accuracy wind direction +/- 2 °
    • Measurement resolution wind direction 1 °
    • Measurement accuracy wind speed Typ. +/- 1 m/s
    • Measurement resolution wind speed 0.5 m/s
    • Measurement accuracy temperature +/- 1 °C
    • Measurement resolution temperature 0.01 °C
    • Measurement accuracy air pressure +/- 100 Pa
    • Measurement resolution air pressure 1 Pa
    • Measurement interval 10 min
    • For further technical data, see the manual.

     

    For PTQ wind measurement system

    Measurement parameters:

    • Measurement accuracy wind direction +/- 2 °
    • Measurement resolution wind direction 1 °
    • Measurement accuracy wind speed Typ. +/- 1 m/s
    • Measurement resolution wind speed 0.5 m/s
    • Measurement interval Real time

     

    Property Value
    General  
    Color Light gray / black
    Weight 390 g
    Dimensions 580 mm x 300 mm x 320 mm
    Housing protection Dustproof & protected against the effects of temporary immersion in water
       
    Power supply  
    Battery capacity 2900 mAh
    Charging process USB / Solar
    Charging current USB 2.0: 465 mA USB power supply: 1100 mA
    Solar cells max. 123 mW
    Battery voltage measurement accuracy typ. +/- 0.05 V
    Battery voltage measurement resolution 0.001V
    Permissible temperature range -20 – +50 °C
       
    Communication  
    local radio PTQ.WM 869 MHz, typ. 100 m range
    to PC (data download) USB 2.0
    Online connection (data upload PEC.WM) LTE

    Software

    Software für PTQ.WM

     

    Software für PEC.WM