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The GOES-R series, initiated with the launch of GOES-16 in 2016, marked a new era in geostationary weather observation. These satellites introduced the Advanced Baseline Imager (ABI), which offers 16 spectral bands, compared to the 5 bands of previous models. This enhancement allows for more detailed observation of atmospheric phenomena and improved monitoring of severe weather events. | The GOES-R series, initiated with the launch of GOES-16 in 2016, marked a new era in geostationary weather observation. These satellites introduced the Advanced Baseline Imager (ABI), which offers 16 spectral bands, compared to the 5 bands of previous models. This enhancement allows for more detailed observation of atmospheric phenomena and improved monitoring of severe weather events. | ||
[[Image:Detail-98297.jpg|thumb|center|GOES satellite orbiting Earth, capturing weather data.]] | |||
== Technical Specifications == | == Technical Specifications == | ||