In the variable types bar, we have three different ways to visualize the variables on the maps of the “My Network” screen, as illustrated in Figure 2.2A, below.
Figure 2.2A – Map visualization options.
Below is a description of what each type of variable presents:
2.2.1 – Variables
When we enter theMy Network” screen, we have three map visualization options, which: Variables, models, and interpolated map. Whenever we log into the platform, we are directed to the “My Network” screen, and we see the map from the “Variables” option. This behavior is the default behavior of the platform. To view all the map options, we must click on the three dots located in the left corner of the variable bar (No.1 in figure 2.2.1A, below).
After clicking on the three dots in the bar, the three visualization options will appear, and this point, we will detail the variable map (No.2 in figure 2.2.1A, below).
All the variable visualization options are located on the variable bar (No. 3 in figure 2.2.1A, below).
Figure 2.2.1A – Variables Screen.
In the variable bar, we have the option to select different variables: Rain, Evapotranspiration, Max Temp, Min Temp, Air Humidity, Winds, and Gusts.
After selecting which variable we want to check, the time interval option of 7 days will already be pre-selected for viewing. However, if the user chooses to check a different time interval than the one that is already pre-selected, they should select one of the options available in the time interval bar (No. 4 in figure 2.2.1A, below). Each variable will generate a different map visualization according to the influence radius of each station and the proximity of neighboring stations.
The weather stations and monitoring points are represented by colored dots on the map. The main stations are represented by a red circle with a star in the center, primary stations are represented by a red circle (without the star), secondary stations are represented by a yellow circle, and forecast points are represented by a blue circle. All stations or forecast points have circles around their representations to illustrate the coverage radius of the equipment for that specific variable.
The different types of maps are detailed below:
2.2.1.1 – Rain Map
The rain variable map (No.1) is automatically loaded when we log into our user account. When we load the “My Network” screen, the option that will be originally pre-selected is the rain variable. The influence radius of the rain variable encompasses a radius of 1,000 meters around our equipment located in the field and is represented by a circle around the station.
The representations of equipment that do not have circles (representations of the influence radius) around them are equipment that are experiencing communication issues with the network.
Figure 2.2.1.1A illustrates the rain variable map below:
Figure 2.2.1.1A – Rainfall Variable Map
At the top of the screen in my network, we have the variable selection bar, where the rainfall variable is selected (highlighted by the red rectangle, No. 1). At the bottom of the screen, we can choose which time span we want to evaluate using the time selection bar (No. 2). The influence areas will be colored according to the accumulated rainfall for that specific period, following the color legend located in the left corner of the screen.
2.2.1.2 – Evapotranspiration Map
The evapotranspiration variable (No. 1) is the second option in the variable selection bar located at the top of the screen in my network. The evapotranspiration map will only be generated in complete stations (stations equipped with sensors for humidity, temperature, solar radiation, wind speed, and wind direction). Figure 2.2.1.2A illustrates the evapotranspiration map
Figure 2.2.1.2A – Evapotranspiration Map
The influence radius of the weather stations will extend 5,000 meters from each complete station in the field, and as a default, whenever we click on the evapotranspiration button, the accumulated evapotranspiration data for the last 7 days will always be presented (No. 2).
2.2.1.3 – Maximum Temperature Map
The maximum temperature map (No. 1) will display the averages of the maximum temperature variable according to the time interval selected in the time selection bar (No. 2), located at the bottom of the screen. All stations with temperature sensors will present this maximum temperature variable.
The maximum temperature variable map is presented below in figure 2.2.1.3A.
Figure 2.2.1.3A – Maximum Temperature Variable Map.
The maximum temperature variable will have an influence radius of 1,000 meters from the point where the station is installed in the field.
2.2.1.4 – Minimum Temperature Map
The minimum temperature map will display the averages of the minimum temperature variable (No. 1) according to the time interval selected in the time selection bar (No. 2), located at the bottom of the screen. All stations with temperature sensors will present this minimum temperature variable.
The minimum temperature variable map is presented below in figure 2.2.1.4A.
Figure 2.2.1.4A – Minimum Temperature Variable Map.
The minimum temperature variable will have an influence radius of 1,000 meters from the point where the station is installed in the field.
2.2.1.5 – Air Humidity Map
The air humidity variable map (No. 1) will be displayed on the map wherever we have weather stations with that sensor. The color displayed on the map will change according to the observed value and can be compared to the color legend located in the left corner of the screen.
The air humidity variable map is presented in figure 2.2.1.5A, shown below:
Figure 2.2.1.5A – Air Humidity Variable Map
The air humidity variable will have an influence radius of 1,000 meters from the monitoring point.
2.2.1.6 – Wind Speed Map
The wind speed variable map (No. 1) will be displayed wherever there are meteorological stations equipped with wind speed and direction sensors in our area. The interference radius of the monitoring point will change color according to the average wind speeds, and the information will be presented according to the time interval selected in the time selection bar (No. 2) located at the bottom of the screen. The average wind values shown at the monitoring points can be compared with the color legend found in the left corner of the screen. The wind variable map is illustrated in Figure 2.2.1.6A below.
Figure 2.2.1.6A – Wind Variable Map
The wind variable will have an influence area of 3,000 meters from the monitoring point via satellite or from the station equipped with a wind sensor.
2.2.1.7 – Wind Gusts Map
The wind gusts map (No. 1) will be displayed wherever the user has a meteorological station with a wind direction and speed sensor that provides observed gust values. Wind gusts are defined (by the OMM) as “the maximum value, over the observation period, of the average wind speed over 3 seconds.”
The color of the influence radius from the monitoring point will change according to the average observed values, based on the option selected in the time selection bar (No. 2) located at the bottom of the screen in my network. The wind gusts map is illustrated in Figure 2.2.1.7A below.
Figure 2.2.1.7A – Gust Variable Map
The influence radius of a monitoring point will extend 3,000 meters from the monitoring location.
2.2.2 – Models
Currently, on the GoClimate.PRO platform, we have the spraying model, which indicates the best times to carry out applications with maximum efficiency and precision, based on real data from the latest station update. On the same screen, we also have forecasts for spraying over the next 4 days, as illustrated in Figure 2.2.2A below.
Figure 2.2.2A – Spraying Model Screen
Below are the options for each available model on the GoClimate.PRO platform.
2.2.2.1 – Spraying Model
In the spraying model, as soon as we enter the screen, we can immediately visualize the influence radius (a circle around the station containing the sensors with the information needed to run the model, which will be color-coded according to the screen legend) of each station, extending 5,000 meters from the monitored point. The spraying model considers several factors in its calculations, including air humidity, wind speed and direction, probability of precipitation, air temperature, and Delta T. The screen for the spraying model is presented below in Figure 2.2.2.1A.
Figure 2.2.2.1A – Spraying Model Map
The spraying model will be displayed at all stations equipped with sensors for temperature, air humidity, and wind speed and direction. In the lower-left corner of the screen, we have our legend, where the green color indicates that conditions are favorable for applications, the yellow color signals that some of the factors considered in the spraying model are in critical condition, and the red color denotes that it is not recommended to carry out spraying at that moment due to one or more factors being unfavorable for application.
When we click on a main station, such as one of the stations surrounded by a colored circle, a pop-up window will appear, as illustrated in Figure 2.2.2.1B below.
Figure 2.2.2.1B – Auxiliary Window for Spraying Model
When we open the auxiliary screen (Dashboard), we will see the data from the last communication at the top of the screen. In the middle section (the “Agora” button highlighted by a green rectangle), we have the “Agora” button, which provides recommendations from the spraying model based on the last communication data from the station. At the bottom of the screen (circled by the red rectangle), we can check the conditions for carrying out applications based on modeled data for today, tomorrow, and the next two days.
2.2.3 – Interpolated Map
In the “Minha Rede” screen, when the user opts to view their interpolated maps, they must click on the three dots in the left corner of the variable selection bar (Nº1, in Figure 2.2.3A, illustrated below). By clicking on the three dots in the variable selection bar, all options for map visualization on the “Minha Rede” screen will appear. The interpolated map will be the last option (Nº2, in Figure 2.2.3A, illustrated below). After selecting the interpolated map option, we should choose the variable we wish to visualize (Nº3, in Figure 2.2.3A, illustrated below).
Figure 2.2.3A – Selection of interpolated map view.
It is worth noting that to display the interpolated map, the user must have at least 3 monitoring points (with a sensor to measure a given variable) within their monitoring network.
If this minimum requirement is not met, the user will not be able to generate interpolated maps in their network and will receive the message shown in Figure 2.2.3B below:
Figure 2.2.3B – Error Message for Minimum Requirement of 3 Devices to Generate Interpolated Map.
If the user requests the loading of the interpolated map and, for some reason, the map cannot be loaded, the user will receive an error message similar to the one shown in figure 2.2.3C below:
Figure 2.2.3C – Interpolated Map Loading Error.
The variable options for generating interpolated maps available on the platform are:
- Interpolated Rain Map;
- Interpolated Air Temperature Map;
- Interpolated Relative Humidity Map;
- Interpolated Wind Speed Map.
2.2.3.1 – Interpolated Rain Map
The interpolated rain variable map can only be loaded if the user has more than 3 rain gauges installed in their monitoring network (this is the minimum number of devices required to generate this map). If this minimum requirement is met, when we select to visualize the interpolated map for the rain variable, a map similar to that in figure 2.2.3.1A, illustrated below, will be loaded on your “My Network” screen.
Figure 2.2.3.1A – Interpolated Rain Map.
After the map is loaded on your screen, you can check which variable is being displayed by verifying which button is selected in the variable selection bar (No. 1 in figure 2.2.3.1A above). When the interpolated map is loaded on your screen, the option to view the accumulated rain from the last 7 days will always be selected during your first access (No. 2 in figure 2.2.3.1A above). However, if the user wants to see another accumulation option over a different time interval, they only need to change the button option on the time variable bar.
2.2.3.2 – Interpolated Air Temperature Map.
After selecting the option to view interpolated maps, the rain map will always load as the main interpolated map screen. However, we have three more options for interpolated map visualizations, which are: Air temperature, air humidity, and wind speed. In this case, we will select the option for the interpolated average air temperature map. In the variable selection bar at the top of the “My Network” screen, select the air temperature option (area circled with a red rectangle, No. 1). After selecting the variable in question, you must select the time interval option in the time selection bar (No. 2) at the bottom of the screen (the 7-day option is already pre-selected in the example below). An example of how the interpolated air temperature map is presented is shown in Figure 2.2.3.2A below:
Figure 2.2.3.2A – Interpolated Temperature Map.
The interpolated air temperature map will change color according to the variation in temperature values across the area, and the values of the respective colors will be presented in the legend in the lower left corner of the screen (No. 3).
2.2.3.3 – Interpolated Relative Humidity Map.
The interpolated relative humidity map will be the third option in the interpolated map selection bar (No. 1). The map will change color as variations occur within the monitored area or will maintain the same value if all points in the property show an approximate air humidity value. Figure 2.2.3.3A illustrates how the interpolated air humidity map is presented.
Figure 2.2.3.3A – Interpolated Air Humidity Map.
The presentation of the interpolated map will change depending on the period selection in the time selection bar (No. 2), at the bottom of the “My Network” screen, and the coloration of the map will change according to the relative humidity legend (No. 3) in the lower left corner of the screen.
2.2.3.4 – Interpolated Wind Speed Map.
The interpolated wind speed map (No. 1) will be the last option in the interpolated map selection bar. The presentation of the map may change based on the button option selected in the time selection bar (No. 2) at the bottom of the page. The coloration of the map will change as there is a variation in wind speed within the property, where the speeds will be represented by different colors in the legend (No. 3) in the lower left corner of the screen. Figure 2.2.3.4A illustrates how wind speed information is presented on the map below.
Figure 2.2.3.4A – Interpolated Wind Speed Map