NASA NTRS · 19730016733
Maxometers (peak wind speed anemometers)
Abstract
An instrument for measuring peak wind speeds under severe environmental conditions is described, comprising an elongated cylinder housed in an outer casing. The cylinder contains a piston attached to a longitudinally movable guided rod having a pressure disk mounted on one projecting end. Wind pressure against the pressure disk depresses the movable rod. When the wind reaches its maximum speed, the rod is locked by a ball clutch mechanism in the position of maximum inward movement. Thereafter maximum wind speed or pressure readings may be taken from calibrated indexing means.
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Kaufman, J. W., Camp, D. W., Turner, R. E.. 1973-05-08. Maxometers (peak wind speed anemometers). https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19730016733
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