Abstract: | Weather modification through cloud seeding offers a strategic solution for enhancing precipitation. Unmanned aerial systems (UAS) present a promising avenue for precise, scalable, and adaptable delivery of seeding materials, potentially enhancing the effectiveness of cloud seeding operations. This study focuses on the role of UAS in the seeding of summer convective storms of the UAE, utilizing radar observations and radiosonde profiles to analyze the atmospheric dynamics driving these events. The current limitations of delivery mechanisms are compared against the potential of UAS. We evaluate key design parameters, such as flight speed, climb rate, operational ceiling, and payload capacity, that enable UAS to perform effectively under these conditions. Additionally, we assess the feasibility of UAS as an operational tool, exploring the specific capabilities required for scalable and precise seeding within forecasted windows. By tailoring UAS design to UAE’s summer convection, this study aims to advance the operational potential of UAS in weather modification, contributing to broader efforts in climate intervention and water resource management. |
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