Moreover, people want this information easily available, instantaneous and in a usable form.
Today there is no system in place to provide such current wind condition data.
The wind condition data that is available today is too delayed. To remedy this lack of information, we propose to build, test, and implement a system to provide readily available, real-time wind speed and direction information to Chicago area residents. Previous teams social and communication skills have been exercised by making contacts with local park officials and Ameritech. The proper channels have been contacted, and permission has been granted to install a data service line at the targeted beach house. Appropriate hardware for the project has also been purchased including a sophisticated ultrasonic anemometer, wireless modems, and a data acquisition computer.