TL/DR: this is super generic "convert serial device to LCD display using Arduino" tutorial, this time talking to RS-485 equipped anemometer.<p>Looks like the anemometer itself can only be purchased from manufacturer, for $73 + unknown shipping, and using "contact us" form only (there is no web store) [0]. And the datasheet is available by request only. Normally this would disqualify any product, but $73 is very cheap for ultrasonic anemometers, so if you really have a need for one, this is something to consider.<p>(but the implementation in the article itself is NOT the approach I'd recommend.. If you are buying $100 sensor, don't pair it with tiny $3 display with tiny hard-to-read letters, spend a few dollars more and get yourself a nicer, bigger display. And while at it, might as well take advantage of RS485 multipoint nature and stick a thermometer in that empty louver box underneath the device)<p>[0] <a href="https://www.renkeer.com/product/ultrasonic-anemometer/" rel="nofollow noreferrer">https://www.renkeer.com/product/ultrasonic-anemometer/</a>
Is it theoretically possible to visualize wind currents by, like, shining UV-light (that diffracts strongly in the atmosphere)? Basically instead of putting smoke in the air, use the part of spectrum where all air is smoky.
A few years ago I made an indoor wind chime that used an outdoor anemometer.<p>Since I 3d printed the anemometer, it was wiped out in a storm and I have yet to replace it. Maybe this is what I need.