THE MECHANICAL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A TRUCK-MOUNTED SCATTEROMETER PLATFORM

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1 Malaysian Centre for Remote Sensing, No. 13, Jalan Tun Ismail, 50480 Kuala Lumpur. Tel : 03-26966926 Fax : 03-26973360.

2 Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Multimedia University, Jalan Ayer Keroh L Ama, 75450 Melaka, Malaysia. Tel:+606-252 3004 Fax:+606-231 6552.

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ABSTRACT
The construction of mobile microwave scatterometer involved the consideration to
ensure the platform and equipment selection full-filled technical requirement and safety
standard in Malaysia. Designing, and modification works involved engineering
calculations and methodology in determining and selecting a suitable hydraulic
telescopic boom that suit a selected platform available in the market. The platform is
also a delivery system for microwave remote sensing equipment and other accessories
to any locations in Malaysia. Total loading to be carried by the platform is about 4500 kg
and its overall weight must be 16,000 kg as recommended by hydraulic telescopic
boom manufacturers. The telescopic boom will elevate 30 kg microwave scatterometer
system and antenna to a maximum height of 27 m, and can also be rotated through
360o. An optical encoder is incorporated in the system to enable tracking or monitoring
angular movement of the hydraulic telescopic boom when positioned towards required
target. Provision is also provided for future up grading of the system.

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