The document summarizes the 26th implementation plan of the agreement between TECRO and AIT on meteorological forecast system development technology cooperation. The plan focuses on disaster weather monitoring and forecasting systems from January 1st to December 31st, 2014 with a budget of NT$35.19 million. The key work includes improving typhoon monitoring and forecasting using satellite data, enhancing quantitative precipitation estimation and forecast applications, improving real-time forecast decision tools, and developing climate monitoring and forecasting from seasonal to interannual timescales.
This document summarizes the 11th implementation plan of the Taiwan-US agreement on cooperation in developing advanced weather forecasting systems. It discusses providing consulting services to strengthen the Central Weather Bureau's (CWB) regional numerical weather prediction system. Key points include:
1) UCAR will provide software, technical consultation and training to help CWB establish an advanced data assimilation system and weather forecasting system to improve heavy rain event forecasting.
2) The total budget is US$520,000 to be paid in two installments.
3) Intellectual property rights and publicly available technologies like WRF are also addressed.
This document summarizes a meeting of Taiwan's Executive Yuan discussing approval of a renewed agreement between Taiwan and the United States on meteorological forecasting system development cooperation. Key points include:
1) Taiwan and the US have cooperated on meteorological forecasting systems since 1979, renewing the agreement every 5-10 years. A new agreement is proposed to continue cooperation.
2) The new agreement maintains the spirit of cooperation while updating some terms, such as minimum annual funding of $800,000 and clarifying work scope and schedules.
3) Relevant ministries in Taiwan have no objections to the renewed agreement, which takes effect upon final signing and remains in effect for 5 years unless extended by both
This document summarizes the 11th implementation plan of the Taiwan-US agreement on cooperation in developing advanced weather forecasting systems. It discusses providing consulting services to strengthen the Central Weather Bureau's (CWB) regional numerical weather prediction system. Key points include:
1) UCAR will provide software, technical consultation and training to help CWB establish an advanced data assimilation system and weather forecasting system to improve heavy rain event forecasting.
2) The total budget is US$520,000 to be paid in two installments.
3) Intellectual property rights and publicly available technologies like WRF are also addressed.
This document summarizes a meeting of Taiwan's Executive Yuan discussing approval of a renewed agreement between Taiwan and the United States on meteorological forecasting system development cooperation. Key points include:
1) Taiwan and the US have cooperated on meteorological forecasting systems since 1979, renewing the agreement every 5-10 years. A new agreement is proposed to continue cooperation.
2) The new agreement maintains the spirit of cooperation while updating some terms, such as minimum annual funding of $800,000 and clarifying work scope and schedules.
3) Relevant ministries in Taiwan have no objections to the renewed agreement, which takes effect upon final signing and remains in effect for 5 years unless extended by both
The document proposes setting up a venue-specific weather forecast and information system for the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi from October 3-14. It outlines the need for such a system to ensure safety and optimize performance for athletes and spectators. The proposal details requirements, opportunities, benefits and provides a timeline for implementation.
The document proposes setting up a venue-specific weather forecast and information system for the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi from October 3-14. It outlines the need for such a system to ensure safety and optimize performance for athletes and spectators. The proposal details requirements, opportunities, benefits and provides a timeline for implementation.
Concept Of Grid Code Anilpatil Session IiiAnil Patil
The document summarizes the key aspects of the Indian Electricity Grid Code (IEGC) and the State Grid Code regulations in India. The IEGC defines the relationship between regional and state load dispatch centers with transmission utilities and sets rules for inter-state grid planning, connectivity, and operations. The State Grid Code regulations cover various parts including general provisions, transmission planning, connection conditions, grid operations, scheduling and dispatch, metering, and miscellaneous items to facilitate integrated grid operations within states in accordance with the IEGC.
Listed among the Leading Information and Communication Technology I.C.T Companies in Nigeria,Sutchelinks have as experts,web developers.Web designers.Computer Training tutors.Best computer dealers and computer networking engineer.With Head office in Port Harcourt,Rivers State
This document outlines a third approach to modernizing the US air traffic system through NextGen that relies on competition and market forces rather than further governance reforms of the FAA or creating an Air Navigation Service Provider monopoly. It argues the Federal Aviation Act provides statutory authority for the FAA to certify private air navigation facilities and enable the private sector to provide next generation technologies and services, creating a distributed network similar to telecommunications. The document reviews NextGen concepts including performance-based services, weather-integrated decision making, layered adaptive security, and broad area precision navigation to increase safety, capacity, efficiency and reduce environmental impacts through new technologies.
This document provides guidance on the use of internet tactical chat (TC) to enhance communications and situational awareness for military operations. It establishes standardized procedures, terminology and management techniques for employing TC across the services. The document describes the basic capabilities and limitations of TC, and how it can be used at the tactical level to coordinate activities and pass time-sensitive information. It includes details on connecting to TC networks, communicating effectively via chat rooms, and troubleshooting potential issues. The overall purpose is to maximize the flow of coordinating information through TC while minimizing risks.
This document discusses advancing low visibility technologies through industry and government collaboration. It describes ongoing efforts by the FAA to implement new capabilities for low visibility flight operations using technologies like enhanced flight vision systems (EFVS). It proposes evaluating EFVS performance at the Volpe Center's outdoor weather test facility using collaborative agreements with EFVS manufacturers. The facility could assess EFVS visibility capabilities under different weather conditions and help standardize performance metrics.
This document provides guidance on planning a national spectrum management and monitoring system. It outlines key considerations for developing the system, including reviewing legal/regulatory frameworks, existing procedures, market needs, and data/software requirements. The planning process involves defining measurement and equipment specifications to support functions such as frequency monitoring, field strength measurements, and direction finding across various frequency bands and radio services. The goal is to establish an effective, cost-efficient system for managing spectrum use and ensuring compliance.
the hybrid cloud[1] World Pipeline MagazineLayne Tucker
1. The document discusses a pilot project funded by the US Department of Transportation to test whether cloud and mobile technologies could improve pipeline risk management processes like damage prevention and integrity management.
2. The pilot project implemented ProStar's cloud-based geospatial solution called Transparent Earth to capture precise location data of buried pipelines using mobile devices, GPS, and pipe locators. This allowed real-time sharing of pipeline location and attribute data with field workers.
3. The pilot was successful, improving data collection, quality, and accessibility. Using cloud and mobile technologies enhanced workflows and supported compliance with new regulations.
The document discusses security issues in cyber-physical systems and proposes enforcing sensor network theory, information flow-based theory, and control theory to develop security policies and mechanisms for cyber-physical systems. It categorizes different types of attacks based on these three approaches and discusses mitigations to improve cyber-physical system security and allow their continued growth. The document defines cyber-physical systems as integrated computational and physical processes that sense, interact with, and control physical entities using communication, computation, and feedback control.
- The document discusses ICAO's work on developing Aviation System Block Upgrades (ASBUs) and a Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP) to harmonize NextGen and SESAR and provide guidance for CNS investments globally.
- The technical team is populating templates for ASBU blocks 0-3 to identify performance improvements, procedures, technology, standards, and trials needed. Roadmaps will outline timelines for CNS/AIM implementations.
- The outcomes aim to provide consensus on global interoperability requirements and investment certainty for states and operators in infrastructure and avionics. The GANIS symposium in September will provide industry input on the draft ASBUs and roadmaps.
This supplemental decision by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board provides context and analysis regarding NSP Maritime Link Inc.'s compliance filing to satisfy conditions imposed in the Board's previous approval of the Maritime Link Project. Specifically, the Board assesses whether the newly executed Energy Access Agreement satisfies the key condition of providing NSPI access to Nalcor's market-priced energy. The Board also considers appropriate reporting requirements for NSPML and whether other conditions have been addressed.
The document discusses a flight plan workshop agenda in Jakarta that will cover reviewing current flight plan operations and ATS messages, introducing the new ICAO flight plan format, and preparing for its implementation by November 2012. Indonesia is establishing a working group to coordinate the transition and ensure readiness across units by surveying flight plan submission, reviewing repetitive flight plans, and publishing necessary aeronautical information. The workshop aims to prepare U.Pandang and Jakarta FIRs for the new format by reviewing current procedures and assessing impacts on systems and operations.
This document outlines regulations established by the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission regarding the Power System Development Fund (PSDF). Some key points:
- The PSDF will be funded by various charges collected under other regulations and used to fund projects related to transmission infrastructure development, grid stability, and congestion relief.
- A Monitoring Committee will oversee project prioritization, sanctioning, and monitoring based on recommendations from an Appraisal Committee.
- Eligible projects include transmission systems, reactive power support, protection schemes, and renovation/modernization aimed at relieving congestion or improving grid security.
- The National Load Dispatch Centre will serve as the nodal agency to facilitate project proposals, funding
Forecasting, scheduling and im balance handling forJay Ranvir
This document outlines procedures for implementing a framework for forecasting, scheduling, and imbalance handling for renewable energy (RE) generating stations including wind and solar power parks at the inter-state level in India. Key points:
- The procedure is applicable to RE generators connected to the inter-state transmission system and having over 50MW capacity, as well as solar/wind parks and generators acting as lead/principal generators.
- It defines roles for RE generators, load dispatch centers, regional power committees, and others. Generators must provide forecasts, schedules, real-time data and monthly data. Load centers coordinate scheduling and handle forecasting.
- The procedure covers connectivity applications, scheduling, metering requirements, energy accounting
Forecasting, scheduling and imbalance handling for Solar Wind EnergyJay Ranvir
This document outlines procedures for implementing a framework for forecasting, scheduling, and imbalance handling for renewable energy (RE) generating stations including wind and solar power parks at the inter-state level in India. Key points:
- The procedure is applicable to RE generators connected to the inter-state transmission system and having over 50MW capacity, as well as solar/wind parks and generators acting as lead/principal generators.
- It defines roles for RE generators, load dispatch centers, regional power committees, and others. Generators must provide forecasts, schedules, real-time data and monthly data. Load centers coordinate scheduling and handle forecasting.
- The procedure covers connectivity applications, scheduling, metering requirements, energy accounting
The document summarizes amendments made in 2020 to India's Emergency Response & Disaster Management Plan (ERDMP) Regulations from 2010. Key changes include:
- Expanding the scope and definitions to include additional petroleum and gas facilities and transportation.
- Requiring entities to appoint a director responsible for compliance and board monitoring.
- Strengthening emergency planning, response, and reporting requirements including increased frequency of mock drills and clearer incident classifications and reporting timelines.
- Updating emergency response organization, notification procedures, and other technical specifications.
Mcclellan afb digital wind measuring systemwebadminjk
The U.S. Air Force Logistics Command at McClellan Air Force Base awarded Sutron Corporation an $8.5 million contract between 1985 and the present to develop and produce a digital wind measuring system. The system consists of a wind speed and direction sensor, indicator assembly, and recorder assembly used in military base weather stations worldwide to continuously measure, display, and record wind parameters like speed, direction, gusts, and variability. It is located at airport runways and uses internal processing to measure winds from 0-150 knots and directions from 0-360 degrees within 3 degrees of accuracy.
The document proposes setting up a venue-specific weather forecast and information system for the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi from October 3-14. It outlines the need for such a system to ensure safety and optimize performance for athletes and spectators. The proposal details requirements, opportunities, benefits and provides a timeline for implementation.
The document proposes setting up a venue-specific weather forecast and information system for the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi from October 3-14. It outlines the need for such a system to ensure safety and optimize performance for athletes and spectators. The proposal details requirements, opportunities, benefits and provides a timeline for implementation.
Concept Of Grid Code Anilpatil Session IiiAnil Patil
The document summarizes the key aspects of the Indian Electricity Grid Code (IEGC) and the State Grid Code regulations in India. The IEGC defines the relationship between regional and state load dispatch centers with transmission utilities and sets rules for inter-state grid planning, connectivity, and operations. The State Grid Code regulations cover various parts including general provisions, transmission planning, connection conditions, grid operations, scheduling and dispatch, metering, and miscellaneous items to facilitate integrated grid operations within states in accordance with the IEGC.
Listed among the Leading Information and Communication Technology I.C.T Companies in Nigeria,Sutchelinks have as experts,web developers.Web designers.Computer Training tutors.Best computer dealers and computer networking engineer.With Head office in Port Harcourt,Rivers State
This document outlines a third approach to modernizing the US air traffic system through NextGen that relies on competition and market forces rather than further governance reforms of the FAA or creating an Air Navigation Service Provider monopoly. It argues the Federal Aviation Act provides statutory authority for the FAA to certify private air navigation facilities and enable the private sector to provide next generation technologies and services, creating a distributed network similar to telecommunications. The document reviews NextGen concepts including performance-based services, weather-integrated decision making, layered adaptive security, and broad area precision navigation to increase safety, capacity, efficiency and reduce environmental impacts through new technologies.
This document provides guidance on the use of internet tactical chat (TC) to enhance communications and situational awareness for military operations. It establishes standardized procedures, terminology and management techniques for employing TC across the services. The document describes the basic capabilities and limitations of TC, and how it can be used at the tactical level to coordinate activities and pass time-sensitive information. It includes details on connecting to TC networks, communicating effectively via chat rooms, and troubleshooting potential issues. The overall purpose is to maximize the flow of coordinating information through TC while minimizing risks.
This document discusses advancing low visibility technologies through industry and government collaboration. It describes ongoing efforts by the FAA to implement new capabilities for low visibility flight operations using technologies like enhanced flight vision systems (EFVS). It proposes evaluating EFVS performance at the Volpe Center's outdoor weather test facility using collaborative agreements with EFVS manufacturers. The facility could assess EFVS visibility capabilities under different weather conditions and help standardize performance metrics.
This document provides guidance on planning a national spectrum management and monitoring system. It outlines key considerations for developing the system, including reviewing legal/regulatory frameworks, existing procedures, market needs, and data/software requirements. The planning process involves defining measurement and equipment specifications to support functions such as frequency monitoring, field strength measurements, and direction finding across various frequency bands and radio services. The goal is to establish an effective, cost-efficient system for managing spectrum use and ensuring compliance.
the hybrid cloud[1] World Pipeline MagazineLayne Tucker
1. The document discusses a pilot project funded by the US Department of Transportation to test whether cloud and mobile technologies could improve pipeline risk management processes like damage prevention and integrity management.
2. The pilot project implemented ProStar's cloud-based geospatial solution called Transparent Earth to capture precise location data of buried pipelines using mobile devices, GPS, and pipe locators. This allowed real-time sharing of pipeline location and attribute data with field workers.
3. The pilot was successful, improving data collection, quality, and accessibility. Using cloud and mobile technologies enhanced workflows and supported compliance with new regulations.
The document discusses security issues in cyber-physical systems and proposes enforcing sensor network theory, information flow-based theory, and control theory to develop security policies and mechanisms for cyber-physical systems. It categorizes different types of attacks based on these three approaches and discusses mitigations to improve cyber-physical system security and allow their continued growth. The document defines cyber-physical systems as integrated computational and physical processes that sense, interact with, and control physical entities using communication, computation, and feedback control.
- The document discusses ICAO's work on developing Aviation System Block Upgrades (ASBUs) and a Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP) to harmonize NextGen and SESAR and provide guidance for CNS investments globally.
- The technical team is populating templates for ASBU blocks 0-3 to identify performance improvements, procedures, technology, standards, and trials needed. Roadmaps will outline timelines for CNS/AIM implementations.
- The outcomes aim to provide consensus on global interoperability requirements and investment certainty for states and operators in infrastructure and avionics. The GANIS symposium in September will provide industry input on the draft ASBUs and roadmaps.
This supplemental decision by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board provides context and analysis regarding NSP Maritime Link Inc.'s compliance filing to satisfy conditions imposed in the Board's previous approval of the Maritime Link Project. Specifically, the Board assesses whether the newly executed Energy Access Agreement satisfies the key condition of providing NSPI access to Nalcor's market-priced energy. The Board also considers appropriate reporting requirements for NSPML and whether other conditions have been addressed.
The document discusses a flight plan workshop agenda in Jakarta that will cover reviewing current flight plan operations and ATS messages, introducing the new ICAO flight plan format, and preparing for its implementation by November 2012. Indonesia is establishing a working group to coordinate the transition and ensure readiness across units by surveying flight plan submission, reviewing repetitive flight plans, and publishing necessary aeronautical information. The workshop aims to prepare U.Pandang and Jakarta FIRs for the new format by reviewing current procedures and assessing impacts on systems and operations.
This document outlines regulations established by the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission regarding the Power System Development Fund (PSDF). Some key points:
- The PSDF will be funded by various charges collected under other regulations and used to fund projects related to transmission infrastructure development, grid stability, and congestion relief.
- A Monitoring Committee will oversee project prioritization, sanctioning, and monitoring based on recommendations from an Appraisal Committee.
- Eligible projects include transmission systems, reactive power support, protection schemes, and renovation/modernization aimed at relieving congestion or improving grid security.
- The National Load Dispatch Centre will serve as the nodal agency to facilitate project proposals, funding
Forecasting, scheduling and im balance handling forJay Ranvir
This document outlines procedures for implementing a framework for forecasting, scheduling, and imbalance handling for renewable energy (RE) generating stations including wind and solar power parks at the inter-state level in India. Key points:
- The procedure is applicable to RE generators connected to the inter-state transmission system and having over 50MW capacity, as well as solar/wind parks and generators acting as lead/principal generators.
- It defines roles for RE generators, load dispatch centers, regional power committees, and others. Generators must provide forecasts, schedules, real-time data and monthly data. Load centers coordinate scheduling and handle forecasting.
- The procedure covers connectivity applications, scheduling, metering requirements, energy accounting
Forecasting, scheduling and imbalance handling for Solar Wind EnergyJay Ranvir
This document outlines procedures for implementing a framework for forecasting, scheduling, and imbalance handling for renewable energy (RE) generating stations including wind and solar power parks at the inter-state level in India. Key points:
- The procedure is applicable to RE generators connected to the inter-state transmission system and having over 50MW capacity, as well as solar/wind parks and generators acting as lead/principal generators.
- It defines roles for RE generators, load dispatch centers, regional power committees, and others. Generators must provide forecasts, schedules, real-time data and monthly data. Load centers coordinate scheduling and handle forecasting.
- The procedure covers connectivity applications, scheduling, metering requirements, energy accounting
The document summarizes amendments made in 2020 to India's Emergency Response & Disaster Management Plan (ERDMP) Regulations from 2010. Key changes include:
- Expanding the scope and definitions to include additional petroleum and gas facilities and transportation.
- Requiring entities to appoint a director responsible for compliance and board monitoring.
- Strengthening emergency planning, response, and reporting requirements including increased frequency of mock drills and clearer incident classifications and reporting timelines.
- Updating emergency response organization, notification procedures, and other technical specifications.
Mcclellan afb digital wind measuring systemwebadminjk
The U.S. Air Force Logistics Command at McClellan Air Force Base awarded Sutron Corporation an $8.5 million contract between 1985 and the present to develop and produce a digital wind measuring system. The system consists of a wind speed and direction sensor, indicator assembly, and recorder assembly used in military base weather stations worldwide to continuously measure, display, and record wind parameters like speed, direction, gusts, and variability. It is located at airport runways and uses internal processing to measure winds from 0-150 knots and directions from 0-360 degrees within 3 degrees of accuracy.
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This document summarizes the key points of an economic cooperation agreement between Taiwan and Belize. It was discussed and approved at Taiwan's 3725th Executive Yuan meeting. The agreement aims to strengthen economic and trade relations between the two countries by gradually reducing and eliminating tariffs and non-tariff barriers. It covers 11 chapters on issues like tariffs, rules of origin, trade remedies, investment promotion, and dispute resolution. The agreement and its annexes detailing tariff reductions were submitted to Taiwan's legislature for review.
El Puerto de Algeciras continúa un año más como el más eficiente del continente europeo y vuelve a situarse en el “top ten” mundial, según el informe The Container Port Performance Index 2023 (CPPI), elaborado por el Banco Mundial y la consultora S&P Global.
El informe CPPI utiliza dos enfoques metodológicos diferentes para calcular la clasificación del índice: uno administrativo o técnico y otro estadístico, basado en análisis factorial (FA). Según los autores, esta dualidad pretende asegurar una clasificación que refleje con precisión el rendimiento real del puerto, a la vez que sea estadísticamente sólida. En esta edición del informe CPPI 2023, se han empleado los mismos enfoques metodológicos y se ha aplicado un método de agregación de clasificaciones para combinar los resultados de ambos enfoques y obtener una clasificación agregada.
Here is Gabe Whitley's response to my defamation lawsuit for him calling me a rapist and perjurer in court documents.
You have to read it to believe it, but after you read it, you won't believe it. And I included eight examples of defamatory statements/
Essential Tools for Modern PR Business .pptxPragencyuk
Discover the essential tools and strategies for modern PR business success. Learn how to craft compelling news releases, leverage press release sites and news wires, stay updated with PR news, and integrate effective PR practices to enhance your brand's visibility and credibility. Elevate your PR efforts with our comprehensive guide.
An astonishing, first-of-its-kind, report by the NYT assessing damage in Ukraine. Even if the war ends tomorrow, in many places there will be nothing to go back to.
Acolyte Episodes review (TV series) The Acolyte. Learn about the influence of the program on the Star Wars world, as well as new characters and story twists.
17. 下列為工作項目#1的時程和所需要的資源:
資源需求
25.8% NOAA/ESRL/GSD/CWB團隊
交件項目與時程
1. 近即時繞極軌道衛星1b級資料輻射量及產品
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a. NOAA-18、NOAA-19、MetOp-A及MetOp-B衛星搭載之 先進微波探測儀/微波濕度探測儀(AMSU-A/MHS)
b. 防禦氣象衛星計畫(DMSP) F16、F17、F18衛星搭載之特 別感測器微波影像探測儀(SSMIS)
c. 合成總可降水量(blended TPW)產品
d. MetOp-A、MetOp-B 之ASCAT風場產品及 WindSAT風 場產品
e. 微波整合反演系統(MiRS)所需全球資料同化系統網格資 料
f. 重新獲得資料之遠端技術支援
2. 為多種衛星產品反演更新微波整合反演系統(MiRS)
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a. 更新微波整合反演系統(MiRS)軟體套件及文件
b. 建置微波整合反演系統(MiRS)之技術支援
3. 太平洋地區HWRF衛星資料同化系統β版本之應用
11/15/14
a. 升級HWRF衛星資料同化軟體套件及文件
b. 建置HWRF之技術支援
c. 廣播HWRF所需之ATMS BUFR格式資料
4. 兩位中央氣象局系統發展人員關於HWRF評估及輻射傳遞模 式(CRTM)應用之訓練
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Implementing Arrangement #26
Development of a hazardous weather monitoring and forecast system
Pursuant to the
Agreement between the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office
in the United States
and the
American Institute in Taiwan
for
Technical Cooperation in Meteorology and Forecast Systems Development
Article I - Scope
This Implementing Arrangement describes the scientific and technical activities to be undertaken by the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), through its designated representative, the Global System Division (GSD), (formally the Forecast Systems Laboratory) of the Earth System Research Laboratory (ESRL) of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), United States Department of Commerce. It provides for continuing development of the forecast system being developed by the Joint Forecast Systems Project. This project is a cooperative effort between the Central Weather Bureau (CWB), the designated representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO), and AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD. This Implementing Arrangement is of mutual interest to both TECRO and AIT, hereafter referred to as the parties. The products of this Implementing Arrangement will provide substantial value through development of new and upgraded capabilities and applications that can be integrated into other NOAA/ESRL/GSD systems.
Article II - Authorities
The activities described in this Implementing Arrangement will be carried out under the general terms and conditions established by the Agreement between the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States and the American Institute in Taiwan for Technical Cooperation in Meteorology and Forecast Systems Development (TECRO-AIT Agreement), signed by all parties as of March 06, 2012, and any subsequent revision as agreed to by the parties. This Implementing Arrangement is the twenty-sixth such arrangement under a succession of umbrella agreements between TECRO and AIT.
This Implementing Arrangement is hereby attached to that Agreement and becomes part of the Agreement.
Article III - Services
During the period of Implementing Arrangement #26 (IA #26), TECRO’s and AIT’s designated representatives respectively, the Taiwan Central Weather Bureau (CWB) and NOAA/ESRL/GSD, have started a new phase V program on hazardous weather monitoring and forecasting. Therefore the NOAA/ESRL/GSD-CWB joint team will expand work to address this 行政院
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hazardous weather theme. Six tasks are identified: (1) Development and improvement of satellite products for tropical storm monitoring and prediction; (2) High-Resolution Quantitative Precipitation Estimation and Quantitative Precipitation Forecast (HRQ2) Applications Improvement; (3) Enhancement of Nowcasting Decision Assistance Tools; (4) Development of High-Resolution Product Generation Assistance Tools for AWIPS II; (5) Development of intra- seasonal to inter-annual climate monitoring and forecast; and (6) Continuing Interaction on earlier cooperative projects. Tasks under this Implementing Arrangement range from full scale developmental collaboration to system upgrades and support that allow systems to operate with the latest technical and scientific capabilities and specifications. These ongoing activities, described in more detail in the Statement of Work, will include the following six tasks:
Task #1 Development and Improvement of Satellite Products for Tropical Storm Monitoring and Prediction
During IA #26, AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, agrees that STAR/SMCD will lead this task. NOAA/STAR/SMCD will continue providing near real-time polar orbiting satellite global 1b radiance and products data from AMSU-A and MHS onboard NOAA-18, NOAA-19, MetOp-A, MetOp-B and MetOp-B satellites. Also STAR/SMCD will provide SSMIS onboard DMSP F16, F17, F18, blended TPW products, MetOp-A ASCAT winds products, WindSAT wind products and Global Data Assimilation System (GDAS) gridded data for MiRS. Remote technical support will be provided for satellite 1b data recovery.
For Microwave Integrated Retrieval System (MiRS), STAR/SMCD will provide an updated MiRS package and documentation for multiple satellite product retrieval and on-site or remote technical support for MiRS implementation.
STAR/SMCD will continue the effort to implement the HWRF satellite data assimilation system for the Pacific region during IA #26. It includes an updated HWRF package and technical support and documentation on upgraded systems, on-site or remote technical support for HWRF implementation and direct broadcast ATMS BUFR data for HWRF. Two CWB staff will visit STAR/SMCD for evaluation of HWRF performance, polar orbit satellite data assimilation and community radiative transfer application.
Task #2 – High-Resolution Quantitative Precipitation Estimation and
Quantitative Precipitation Forecast (HRQ2) Applications Improvement
During IA #26, AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, agrees that NOAA/NSSL (National Severe Storms Laboratory) will continue research towards maintenance, refinement, and improvement of the High-Resolution Quantitative Precipitation Estimation and Quantitative Precipitation Forecast (HRQ2) applications required for TECRO’s designated representatives, CWB, the Water Resources Agency (WRA), and the Soil and Water Conservation Bureau (SWCB).
This task will include integration of two new radars: one RCWF polarimetric radar, and one Japanese C-band single-pole radar at the Ishigaki-jima island which is about 200 km east of Taiwan. For the RCWF radar data, NSSL will test polarimetric radar algorithms and integrate QPE into QPESUMS, and also integrate RCWF hydrometeor classification into the 3D mosaic.
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For the Japanese radar data, NSSL will decode the data and develop reference data sets, and integrate the data into a reflectivity mosaic and QPESUMS.
NOAA/NSSL will make available to TECRO’s designated representative, CWB, as requested, software source code for the integration of the new polarimetric RCWF data and the Japanese radar into the QPESUMS. NOAA/NSSL will also make available to CWB, as requested, the implementation of the aforementioned modules in the real-time HRQ2 system as part of QPESUMS technical support.
Task #3 - Enhance of Nowcasting Decision Assistance Tools
As part of Implementation Arrangement #26 (IA#26), AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, agrees that MDL will continue to provide technical support and training to TECRO’s designated representative, CWB, to enhance CWB’s WINS in the area of nowcasting decision assistance tools that have already been implemented. This support includes source code modification and configuration appropriate for CWB's use of the tools which have been already ported.
After customizing most of MDL's decision assistance tools, the implementation of FFMP (Flash Flood Monitoring and Prediction) on WINS became one of the major tasks during IA #25. FFMP conducts precipitation analyses over the area of small basins and thus is an integrated suite of multi-sensor applications which detect, analyze, and monitor precipitation and generate short-term warning guidance for flash flooding automatically. During IA #25, the MDL assisted the CWB in customizing FFMP to process and display various data sources such as radar Digital Hybrid Reflectivity (DHR), SCAN (System for Convection Analysis and Nowcasting) QPF, sampled Flash Flood (FFG), CWB’s QPESUM data and rain gauge observations. During IA #26, the MDL will continue to provide the CWB with more thorough customization and training support on MDL’s decision assistance tools, especially on FFMP to support its operational use at CWB’s Forecast Center.
During IA #26, the second task will be to provide CWB’s Meteorological Satellite Center (MSC) with software and training so that MSC can tune CWB’s ANC (AutoNowCaster) automatically in a flexible and timely manner. Tuning ANC automatically involves choosing data sets, employing an objective forecast verification technique, and devising a fitness function to create forecasts using weights iteratively generated by the genetic algorithm. Automatic tuning is done in a fraction of the time that it takes experts to analyze the data and tune the weights manually.
In the past, CWB used ANC to provide objective guidance for the prediction of afternoon thunderstorms in northern Taiwan during the warm season and found that there was a tendency for the forecasters to over-forecast the number of days on which afternoon thunderstorms actually occurred. To improve CWB’s forecast of convective storm initiation and evolution during a field experiment in northern Taiwan, MSC wants to learn the automatic ANC tuning methodology.
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Task #4 - Development of High-Resolution Product Generation Assistance Tools for AWIPS II
The National Weather Service (NWS) has been developing AWIPS II for several years. This replacement for the original AWIPS (the basis of the current CWB Weather Integration and Nowcasting System (WINS) tools) is intended to provide essentially the same appearance and function (“look and feel”) to reduce the need for extensive forecaster training. The underlying software is written largely in Java and loosely follows a services-oriented architecture (SOA) design.
During IA#25, AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, received permission from NWS to provide an evaluation copy of the AWIPS II software to CWB. GSD also provided training for CWB developers in how to navigate the AWIPS II software repository and how to write plugins to add function to the baseline code.
For IA#26, GSD will continue to support CWB developers by providing updated versions of the software. GSD will do a test installation and configuration before sending updates to CWB, provide support to CWB staff in setting up the new versions, and prepare and deliver additional training on site in Taipei.
AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, has developed for AWIPS II a CAVE (Common AWIPS Visualization Environment) Annotation Tool (CAT) that allows NWS forecasters to create and save drawings, including graphics such as Nowcasts and weather stories to publish on the web. NOAA/ESRL/GSD will assist a CWB visiting scientist in understanding the AWIPS II architecture to begin to extend CAT to support CWB's annotation requirements.
During IA#26, AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, will provide technical support for the Graphical Forecast Editor (GFE), GFE Smart Tools (techniques to automate or semi-automate grid editing), and the text formatters (TF) used in CWB's Forecast Information Editing System (FIES).
In conjunction with NWS, NOAA/ESRL/GSD continues to work on improvements in Smart Tools, and is developing new forecast monitoring and ensemble-based forecast support tools. NOAA/ESRL/GSD will prepare and provide on-site GFE training for CWB forecasters. GSD also anticipates hosting a visitor from CWB in 2014 who will participate in this work, thus gaining experience and expertise that will apply to FIES improvements and adaptation for AWIPS II.
NOAA/ESRL/GSD will continue to support CWB's development and customization of BOIVerify by facilitating interaction between visiting CWB forecasters and developers and users of the software.
Task #5 – Development of Intra-seasonal to Inter-annual Climate Monitoring and Forecast
During IA #26, AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, agrees that NWS/NCEP’s (National Centers of Environmental Prediction) /Climate Prediction Center (CPC) and Environmental Modeling Center (EMC) will lead this task. NCEP will continue to support CWB in advancing the monitoring and forecast capabilities, in particular for the intraseasonal to interannual time scales. 行政院
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Meteorological services around the world all are facing the emerging requirements for providing, and improving, climate services. The services subjects could range from providing extended range forecasts, historical data, hazard outlooks, to tailored derivative information requested by government agencies and industrial sectors for national interests.
It mandates the meteorological services, such as CWB, to layout a new strategic plan, developing new capabilities in human talents, absorbing scientific discoveries, devising new tools, and implementing technical advances.
During IA #26, NOAA will continue to assist CWB in developing climate services capabilities, by 1) providing training through NCEP’s International Monsoon Training Desk Program; 2) providing planning and scientific expertise to the Taiwan-West Pacific Climate Forecast System (TWPCFS) Workshop; and 3) Assisting and facilitating CWB professionals to attend scientific conferences and meetings in the US.
Task #6 - Continuing Interaction on Earlier Cooperative Projects
Several earlier cooperative tasks have been completed. Technology has been transferred successfully and is beginning to be used operationally at the facilities of TECRO’s designated representative, CWB. The task for AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, in this area is the development of new tools that extend and enhance the forecast applications. Further NOAA/ESRL/GSD interaction with CWB is critical to keep CWB staff up to date on current AWIPS II developments. This task will directly improve and update CWB’s current forecast assistant and decision making systems at appropriate levels, including ALPS (AWIPS Linux Prototype System) which is an upgrade of AWIPS with ensemble forecast products.
NOAA/ESRL/GSD has U.S. export control approval to provide CWB with AWIPS II software as released by the contractor. The software was first made available to CWB in 2013. During IA #26, NOAA/ESRL/GSD will continue provide updated versions and training to CWB visiting scientists on the new AWIPS II extended/ enhanced forecaster applications such as GFE improvements and Collaboration that are being developed by NOAA/ESRL/GSD.
NOAA/ESRL/GSD will continue to provide the NOAAPORT data feed and data transmission support for CWB’s data assimilation and forecasting purposes during IA #26. This continuing interaction task will benefit TECRO’s designated representative, CWB, with the updated knowledge of the forecast assistant and decision making systems developed at NOAA including AWIPS II. Throughout the period of IA #26, NOAA/ESRL/GSD will provide necessary training and support to CWB visitors and forecasters, continue the exchange of visits, provide necessary papers and reports, attend annual meetings, and continue e-mail interactions, as applicable.
Article IV - Responsibilities of AIT
In addition to participation in the joint project team, AIT, through its designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, shall:
A. Provide overall coordination project activities at the NOAA/ESRL/GSD facility in
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Boulder, Colorado;
B. Provide administrative support for preparing reports for delivery to TECRO’s designated representative, CWB, in accordance with this Implementing Arrangement;
C. Assign appropriate staff to perform the activities defined in this Implementing Arrangement and provide support in accordance with the terms of the umbrella agreement; and
D. Fulfill its responsibilities under the Statement of Work for Implementing Arrangement #26.
Article V - Responsibilities of TECRO
In addition to participation in the joint project team, TECRO through its designated representative, CWB, shall:
A. Provide overall coordination project activities at the CWB facility;
B. Assign appropriate staff to perform the activities defined in this Implementing Arrangement and provide support in accordance with the terms of the umbrella agreement; and
C. Fulfill its responsibilities under the Statement of Work for Implementing Arrangement #26.
Article VI - Financial Provisions
In accordance with the TECRO-AIT Agreement, TECRO is required to reimburse AIT for all costs incurred by AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, in association with the project covered by this Implementing Arrangement. AIT shall transfer to NOAA/ESRL/GSD all payments made by TECRO to AIT for costs incurred by NOAA/ESRL/GSD in association with this Implementing Arrangement.
The total cost for activities described in this Implementing Arrangement is mutually agreed to be U.S. $1,173,000. TECRO agrees to transfer fifty percent of the funds to AIT in advance, with the remaining fifty percent to be transferred upon completion of the year’s activities, to the extent that funds for this purpose have been provided by TECRO.
The performance by AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, of activities under this Implementing Arrangement is subject to the availability of funds.
Article VII - Intellectual Property Considerations
No intellectual property considerations are expected to arise in conjunction with activities described in this Implementing Arrangement. Existing system designs and computer software of the forecast system of AIT’s designated representative’s, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, are in the public 行政院
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domain. Reports, specifications, and computer software prepared under this Implementing Arrangement also will be in the public domain once NOAA and CWB have approved them in final form.
Article VIII - Effective Date, Amendment, and Termination
This Implementing Arrangement is effective on the date of the last signature hereto. This Implementing Arrangement may be amended and/or terminated in accordance with the terms of the Agreement. The estimated completion date for the activities described in this Implementing Arrangement is December 31, 2014, and the termination date of this Implementing Arrangement is June 30, 2015
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Statement of Work
For Implementing Arrangement #26
Development of a Hazardous Weather Monitoring
and Forecasting System
Between the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States
and the
American Institute in Taiwan
1.0 - Background and Objectives
This Statement of Work addresses tasks that will be undertaken by the joint team of the Global Systems Division (GSD) of the Earth System Research Laboratory (ESRL), the designated representative of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and personnel of the Central Weather Bureau (CWB), the designated representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) in accordance with the terms of Implementing Arrangement #26 of the Agreement between the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative office in the United States and the American Institute in Taiwan for Technical Cooperation in Meteorology and Forecast Systems Development, which provides for technical cooperation between TECRO’s designated representative, the Taiwan Central Weather Bureau (CWB) and AIT's designated representative, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Global Systems Division (NOAA/ESRL/GSD). The two designated representatives cooperate on the development of meteorology and forecast systems.
The Weather Forecast Office system (WFO-Advanced) currently under development at NOAA/ESRL/GSD in Boulder, Colorado, has been deployed as an essential part of the Advanced Weather Interactive Processing System (AWIPS) for the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS). The WFO-Advanced system development has been a very important cooperative activity between TECRO’s and AIT’s designated representatives, CWB and NOAA/ESRL/GSD to support the mission of establishing hazardous weather monitoring and forecasting. Figure 1 illustrates the potential WFO-Advanced components listed here:
National and local data feeds
3DVAR data assimilation and NWP (Numerical Weather Prediction)
Satellite and remote sensing products
HRQ2 (High-Resolution Quantitative Precipitation Estimation and Quantitative Precipitation Forecast) applications
The interactive display system (D2D) and SOS (Science On a Sphere®)
Nowcasting decision assistance tools
The AWIPS Forecast Preparation System (AFPS)
Hydrological applications developed at the National Weather Service (NWS) Office of Hydrology
A component that contains General X applications
Dissemination of high spatial and temporal forecast and warning products
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Six tasks are identified: (1) Development and improvement of satellite products for tropical storm monitoring and prediction; (2) High-Resolution Quantitative Precipitation Estimation and Quantitative Precipitation Forecast (HRQ2) Applications Improvement; (3) Enhancement of Nowcasting Decision Assistance Tools; (4) Development of High-Resolution Product Generation Assistance Tools for AWIPS II; (5) Development of intra-seasonal to inter-annual climate monitoring and forecast; and (6) Continuing Interaction on earlier cooperative projects.
The tasks will be undertaken by the CWB-NOAA/ESRL/GSD Joint Team as the designated representatives of the TECRO and AIT, working at the NOAA/ESRL/GSD facility in Boulder, Colorado, the NOAA/NESDIS (National Environment Satellite, Data, and Information Services) and NOAA/NCEP/CPC (Climate Prediction Center) facility in College Park, Maryland, the NOAA/NWS/MDL (Meteorological Development Laboratory) in Silver Spring, Maryland, and by CWB staff at the CWB facility in Taipei, Taiwan, as appropriate. This Statement of Work addresses only tasks that will be undertaken by the NOAA/ESRL/GSD - CWB Joint Team under the terms of Implementing Arrangement #26 (IA #26). It describes the performance period, deliverables, and resource requirements.
2.0 - Task Descriptions
In terms of the overall program schedule, the following six tasks have been identified as critical during the January 1 to December 31, 2014 time period. Each task is listed in detail below, along with the estimated proportion of resources that is to be allocated to each task.
Task #1 Development and Improvement of Satellite Products for Tropical Storm Monitoring and Prediction
During IA #26, AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, agrees that STAR/SMCD will lead this task. NOAA/STAR/SMCD will continue providing near real-time polar orbiting
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satellite global 1b radiance and products data from AMSU-A and MHS onboard NOAA-18, NOAA-19, MetOp-A, MetOp-B and MetOp-B satellites. Also STAR/SMCD will provide SSMIS onboard DMSP F16, F17, F18, blended TPW products, MetOp-A ASCAT winds products, WindSAT wind products and Global Data Assimilation System (GDAS) gridded data for MiRS. Remote technical support will be provided for satellite 1b data recovery.
For Microwave Integrated Retrieval System (MiRS), STAR/SMCD will provide an updated MiRS package and documentation for multiple satellite product retrieval and on-site or remote technical support for MiRS implementation.
STAR/SMCD will continue the effort to implement the HWRF satellite data assimilation system for the Pacific region during IA #26. It includes an updated HWRF package and technical support and documentation on upgraded systems, on-site or remote technical support for HWRF implementation and direct broadcast ATMS BUFR data for HWRF.
Two CWB staff will visit STAR/SMCD for evaluation of HWRF performance, polar orbit satellite data assimilation and community radiative transfer application.
The following summarizes the schedule and resources required for Task #1:
Resources Required:
25.8 % NOAA/ESRL/GSD/CWB
Deliverables and Schedule:
1. Near real-time polar orbiting satellite level 1b radiances and products
a. AMSU-A/MHS onboard NOAA-18, NOAA-19, MetOp-A, MetOp-B
b. SSMIS onboard DMSP F16, F17, F18
c. Blended TPW products
d. MetOp-A, MetOP-B ASCAT wind products and WindSAT wind products
e. Global Data Assimilation System (GDAS) gridded data for MiRS
f. Remote technical support on data recovery
2. Updated MiRS for multiple satellite product retrieval
a. Updated MiRS package and document
b. Technical support for MiRS implementation
3. Beta version of HWRF satellite data assimilation system for Pacific region applications
a. Upgraded HWRF satellite data assimilation package and document
b. Technical support for HWRF implementation
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c. Broadcast ATMS BUFR data for HWRF
4. Two CWB developers training on HWRF evaluation and CRTM application
11/15/14
Task #2 – High-Resolution Quantitative Precipitation Estimation and
Quantitative Precipitation Forecast (HRQ2) Applications Improvement
During IA #26, AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, agrees that NOAA/NSSL (National Severe Storms Laboratory) will continue research towards maintenance, refinement, and improvement of the High-Resolution Quantitative Precipitation Estimation and Quantitative Precipitation Forecast (HRQ2) applications required for TECRO’s designated representatives, CWB, the Water Resources Agency (WRA), and the Soil and Water Conservation Bureau (SWCB).
This task will include integration of two new radars: one RCWF polarimetric radar, and one Japanese C-band single-pole radar at the Ishigaki-jima island which is about 200 km east of Taiwan. For the RCWF radar data, NSSL will test polarimetric radar algorithms and integrate QPE into QPESUMS, and also integrate RCWF hydrometeor classification into the 3D mosaic. For the Japanese radar data, NSSL will decode the data and develop reference data sets, and integrate the data into a reflectivity mosaic and QPESUMS.
NOAA/NSSL will make available to TECRO’s designated representative, CWB, as requested, software source code for the integration of the new polarimetric RCWF data and the Japanese radar into the QPESUMS. NOAA/NSSL will also make available to CWB, as requested, the implementation of the aforementioned modules in the real-time HRQ2 system as part of QPESUMS technical support.
The following summarizes the schedule and resources required for Task #2:
Resources Required:
12.2 % NOAA/ESRL/GSD/CWB
Deliverables and Schedule:
1. Integration of the new polarimetric RCWF data into the QPESUMS
a. Test Polarimetric radar algorithms on new RCWF data
b. Integrate new RCWF polarimetric radar QPE into QPESUMS
c. Integrate RCWF hydrometeor classification into the 3D mosaic
2. Integration of a Japanese radar into the real-time QPESUMS
a. Decode the radar data and develop reference data sets
b. Integrate the radar data into the
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06/30/14
09/30/14
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reflectivity mosaic
c. Integrate the radar data into QPESUMS
3. Technical support for QPESUMS operations
09/30/14
11/30/14
11/30/14
Task #3 - Enhance of Nowcasting Decision Assistance Tools
As part of Implementation Arrangement #26 (IA#26), AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, agrees that MDL will continue to provide technical support and training to TECRO’s designated representative, CWB, to enhance CWB’s WINS in the area of nowcasting decision assistance tools that have already been implemented. This support includes source code modification and configuration appropriate for CWB's use of the tools which have been already ported.
After customizing most of MDL's decision assistance tools, the implementation of FFMP (Flash Flood Monitoring and Prediction) on WINS became one of the major tasks during IA #25. FFMP conducts precipitation analyses over the area of small basins and thus is an integrated suite of multi-sensor applications which detect, analyze, and monitor precipitation and generate short-term warning guidance for flash flooding automatically. During IA #25, the MDL assisted the CWB in customizing FFMP to process and display various data sources such as radar Digital Hybrid Reflectivity (DHR), SCAN (System for Convection Analysis and Nowcasting) QPF, sampled Flash Flood (FFG), CWB’s QPESUM data and rain gauge observations. During IA #26, the MDL will continue to provide the CWB with more thorough customization and training support on MDL’s decision assistance tools, especially on FFMP to support its operational use at CWB’s Forecast Center.
During IA #26, the second task will be to provide CWB’s Meteorological Satellite Center (MSC) with software and training so that MSC can tune CWB’s ANC (AutoNowCaster) automatically in a flexible and timely manner. Tuning ANC automatically involves choosing data sets, employing an objective forecast verification technique, and devising a fitness function to create forecasts using weights iteratively generated by the genetic algorithm. Automatic tuning is done in a fraction of the time that it takes experts to analyze the data and tune the weights manually.
In the past, CWB used ANC to provide objective guidance for the prediction of afternoon thunderstorms in northern Taiwan during the warm season and found that there was a tendency for the forecasters to over-forecast the number of days on which afternoon thunderstorms actually occurred. To improve CWB’s forecast of convective storm initiation and evolution during a field experiment in northern Taiwan, MSC wants to learn the automatic ANC tuning methodology.
The following summarizes the schedule and goals for Task #3:
Resources Required:
21.3 % NOAA/ESRL/GSD/CWB
Deliverables and Schedule:
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1. FFMP
a. Continue support to configure extra data sources into FFMP for processing and displaying on CWB’s operational WINS
b. User training and support for operational use
2. Other Decision Assistance Tools
a. Continue technical support for WINS maintenance and customization
b. Continue user training
3. ANC Automatic Tuning
a. Deliver ANC auto-tuning software so that CWB can review the genetic algorithm
b. Two CWB developers train at MDL to learn what the genetic algorithm does, learn how to configure the auto-tuning software, and perform auto-tuning by using collected data
c. Travel to CWB to check both CWB’s auto- tuning setup and selected training data sets before the field experiment starts
11/30/14
11/30/14
11/30/14
01/30/14
03/30/14
06/30/14
Task #4 - Development of High-Resolution Product Generation Assistance Tools for AWIPS II
The National Weather Service (NWS) has been developing AWIPS II for several years. This replacement for the original AWIPS (the basis of the current CWB Weather Integration and Nowcasting System (WINS) tools) is intended to provide essentially the same appearance and function (“look and feel”) to reduce the need for extensive forecaster training. The underlying software is written largely in Java and loosely follows a services-oriented architecture (SOA) design.
During IA#25, AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, received permission from NWS to provide an evaluation copy of the AWIPS II software to CWB. GSD also provided training for CWB developers in how to navigate the AWIPS II software repository and how to write plugins to add function to the baseline code.
For IA#26, GSD will continue to support CWB developers by providing updated versions of the software. GSD will do a test installation and configuration before sending updates to CWB, provide support to CWB staff in setting up the new versions, and prepare and deliver additional training on site in Taipei.
AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, has developed for AWIPS II a CAVE (Common AWIPS Visualization Environment) Annotation Tool (CAT) that allows NWS forecasters to create and save drawings, including graphics such as Nowcasts and weather stories to publish on the web. NOAA/ESRL/GSD will assist a CWB visiting scientist in understanding the AWIPS II architecture to begin to extend CAT to support CWB's annotation requirements. 行政院
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During IA#26, AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, will provide technical support for the Graphical Forecast Editor (GFE), GFE Smart Tools (techniques to automate or semi-automate grid editing), and the text formatters (TF) used in CWB's Forecast Information Editing System (FIES).
In conjunction with NWS, NOAA/ESRL/GSD continues to work on improvements in Smart Tools, and is developing new forecast monitoring and ensemble-based forecast support tools. NOAA/ESRL/GSD will prepare and provide on-site GFE training for CWB forecasters. GSD also anticipates hosting a visitor from CWB in 2014 who will participate in this work, thus gaining experience and expertise that will apply to FIES improvements and adaptation for AWIPS II.
NOAA/ESRL/GSD will continue to support CWB's development and customization of BOIVerify by facilitating interaction between visiting CWB forecasters and developers and users of the software.
The following summarizes the schedule and resources required for Task #4:
Resources Required:
18.7 % NOAA/ESRL/GSD/CWB
Deliverables and Schedule:
1. Prepare and deliver updated versions of AWIPS II software
2. On-site AWIPS II training for CWB staff
a. GFE module and smart tools
b. Hazard warning services
c. Operational use of AWIPS II at WFO
3. AWIPS II software development support
4. Provide technical support on GFE Smart Tools for CWB’s TF development
5. Provide CWB forecaster assistance to use and configure BOIVerify software package for CWB’s customization and development. Help coordinate technical exchange meetings with scientists of Boise WFO and BOIVerify software package
6/14, 10/14
6/14
10/14
04/14 - 11/14
11/14
Task #5 – Development of Intra-seasonal to Inter-annual Climate Monitoring and Forecast
During IA #26, AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, agrees that NWS/NCEP’s (National Centers of Environmental Prediction) /Climate Prediction Center (CPC) and Environmental Modeling Center (EMC) will lead this task. NCEP will continue to support CWB in advancing the monitoring and forecast capabilities, in particular for the intraseasonal to interannual time scales.
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Meteorological services around the world all are facing the emerging requirements for providing, and improving, climate services. The services subjects could range from providing extended range forecasts, historical data, hazard outlooks, to tailored derivative information requested by government agencies and industrial sectors for national interests.
It mandates the meteorological services, such as CWB, to layout a new strategic plan, developing new capabilities in human talents, absorbing scientific discoveries, devising new tools, and implementing technical advances.
During IA #26, NOAA will continue to assist CWB in developing climate services capabilities, by 1) providing training through NCEP’s International Monsoon Training Desk Program; 2) providing planning and scientific expertise to the Taiwan-West Pacific Climate Forecast System (TWPCFS) Workshop; and 3) Assisting and facilitating CWB professionals to attend scientific conferences and meetings in the US.
The following summarizes the schedule and resources required for Task # 5:
Resources Required:
7.7 %
NOAA/ESRL
NOAA/NWS/NCEP/CPC
NOAA/NWS/NCEP/EMC
Deliverables and Schedule:
1. Support CWB personnel attending NOAA/NCEP’s Monsoon Desk training
2. Support the 2nd CWB Workshop on development planning for the next generation Global Forecast Model
3. Support attending the 39th Climate Diagnostics and Prediction Workshop and potentially other workshops and conference meetings relevant for advancing forecast skills, such as S2S and EMUW
4. Report on the year’s tasks.
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11/30/2014
10/31/2014
11/30/2014
Task #6 - Continuing Interaction on Earlier Cooperative Projects
Several earlier cooperative tasks have been completed. Technology has been transferred successfully and is beginning to be used operationally at the facilities of TECRO’s designated representative, CWB. The task for AIT’s designated representative, NOAA/ESRL/GSD, in this area is the development of new tools that extend and enhance the forecast applications. Further NOAA/ESRL/GSD interaction with CWB is critical to keep CWB staff up to date on current AWIPS II developments. This task will directly improve and update CWB’s current forecast assistant and decision making systems at appropriate levels, including ALPS (AWIPS Linux Prototype System) which is an upgrade of AWIPS with ensemble forecast products. 行政院
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NOAA/ESRL/GSD has U.S. export control approval to provide CWB with AWIPS II software as released by the contractor. The software was first made available to CWB in 2013. During IA #26, NOAA/ESRL/GSD will continue provide updated versions and training to CWB visiting scientists on the new AWIPS II extended/ enhanced forecaster applications such as GFE improvements and Collaboration that are being developed by NOAA/ESRL/GSD.
NOAA/ESRL/GSD will continue to provide the NOAAPORT data feed and data transmission support for CWB’s data assimilation and forecasting purposes during IA #26. This continuing interaction task will benefit TECRO’s designated representative, CWB, with the updated knowledge of the forecast assistant and decision making systems developed at NOAA including AWIPS II. Throughout the period of IA #26, NOAA/ESRL/GSD will provide necessary training and support to CWB visitors and forecasters, continue the exchange of visits, provide necessary papers and reports, attend annual meetings, and continue e-mail interactions, as applicable.
The following summarizes the schedule and resources required for Task #6:
Resources Required:
14.3 % NOAA/ESRL/GSD/CWB
Deliverables and Schedule:
1. ALPS system (necessary technical support)
2. AWIPS II training to CWB users
3. NOAAPORT data supply support
4. Visitors and travel support
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11/30/14
11/30/14
11/30/14
3.0 - Schedule
Tasks Functions
Milestones
1. Provide satellite products, algorithms and improvement on NWP
modeling and data assimilation
11/30/14
2. Provide improved HRQ2 system to support operation and evaluation
11/30/14
3. Provide technical support on decision assistance tools (FFMP and
Others) and ANC automatic tuning
11/30/14
4. Provide AWIPS II software releases, training and technical support and
user training on GFE/BOIVerify for CWB’s FIES development
11/30/14
5. Provide NCEP Monsoon Desk training, support CWB workshop and
CDPW workshop and other workshops
11/30/14
6. Provide technical support of ALPS and AWIPS II user training,
and NOAAPORT data transition, visitors and travel support and
relevant documents
11/30/14
Schedule by Month
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Task 1 Satellite application
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Polar level 1b (or SDR) radiance and products
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Technical support on MiRS improvement and updates
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Beta version of HWRF satellite data assimilation system from Pacific region applications
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Provide training on HWRF performance evaluation and community radiative transfer application
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Task 2 HRQ2 (NSSL)
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Integrate the new polarimetric RCWF data into the QPESUMS
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Integrate Japanese radar data into the real-time QPESUMS
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
QPESUMS technical support
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Task 3 Enhanced Nowcasting Decision tools (MDL)
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
FFMP support including
Configuration extra data and WINS display
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Other decision assistance tools
technical support for WINS
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
ANC Automatic Tuning software delivery and technical support
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Task 4 High-resolution forecast product generation
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
AWIPS II software releases
x
x
On-site AWIPS II training for CWB staff (GFE, HS)
x
x
x
x
x
x
AWIPS II software development support
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
GFE smart tools development support
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Provide CWB forecaster assistance on BOIVerify software package
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Task 5 Climate monitor and forecast (NCEP/CPC)
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Organize Monsoon Desk visit
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Support TWPCFS second workshop
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Support 39th workshop and other visits
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
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Annual task report
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Task 6 interaction on earlier projects
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
ALPS system support ( necessary technical support)
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
AWIPS II CWB users training
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
NOAAPORT data support
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
CWB visitors and travel support
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
4.0 - Budget
The following are the estimated costs for IA #26
Tasks
Personnel
Travel/Training
Total
Task #1 (NESDIS/GSD)
$267,500
$ 35,000
$302,500
Task #2 (NSSL)
$127,500
$ 15,000
$ 142,500
Task #3 (MDL/GSD)
$235,000
$ 15,000
$ 250,000
Task #4 (GSD)
$205,000
$ 15,000
$ 220,000
Task #5 (NCEP/CPC)
$ 75,000
$ 15,000
$ 90,000
Task #6 (GSD)
$153,000
$ 15,000
$ 168,000
Total
$ 1,063,000
$ 110,000
$ 1,173,000
As stated in IA #26, the funds available from TECRO to support the tasks, travel, and meeting expenses described in this Statement of Work will be a total of US$ 1,173,000. NOAA and AIT understand that US$ 823,000 will be provided by CWB, US$ 250,000 by the Water Resources Agency (WRA), and US$ 100,000 by the Soil and Water Conservation Bureau (SWCB). All budget figures are estimated. Actual amounts will be accrued for purposes of fulfilling the financial arrangements described in the Implementing Arrangement, in accordance with the terms of the Umbrella Agreement.
All programs within the Global Systems Division (GSD) use the same budget procedures, whether they are base-funded programs or externally-funded programs. Beginning in U.S. Government Fiscal Year 1991, a facility charge has been applied to all programs to cover management and administrative costs as well as the use of the NOAA/ESRL/GSD facility and all associated equipment and data.
NOAA/ESRL/GSD staff time is charged at the employee's salary plus the normal NOAA benefit, leave, and overhead charges. NOAA/ESRL/GSD professional staff people are primarily in the civil service grade scales of GS-11 to GS-14. Contract staff are in equivalent categories.
5.0 - CWB Joint Team Assignments at NOAA/ESRL/GSD
Several tasks encourage CWB staff-in-residence at NOAA/ESRL/GSD, NOAA/NESDIS, and
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NOAA/NWS/MDL. The primary effort of CWB staff at NOAA during the IA #26 period will be directed towards the satellite data, GFE and AWIPS II development tasks. The primary effort of CWB staff at NOAA/NCEP/CPC during the IA #26 period will be to get familiar with the operations of the CPC International Monsoon Desk. It is important that qualified CWB staff be available to work at NOAA research and operations facilities during the period of this Implementing Arrangement. Specific assignments will be made to most efficiently use the available personnel resources. Assignments for the qualified CWB staff members would be as follows:
Development of high-resolution forecast product generation assistance tool to support CWB’s FIES;
Development of forecast applications under AWIPS II environment;
Receiving training at NESDIS for HWRF performance evaluation and community radiative transfer application;
Receiving training at MDL for ANC tuning;
Receiving training at the NCEP International Monsoon Desk.
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