Input files with incomplete radar sweep metadata results error-prone radar objects
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- Py-ART version: 1.16.1
- Python version: 3.11.5
- Operating System: Red Hat 7.9
Description
sweep_number and fixed_angle variables inconsistent with the actual number of sweeps (e.g., suggesting a single sweep in cases with multiple sweeps) result in problematic radar object behavior such as a 'checkerboard' pattern in various fields and bogus data processing.
A utility method to automatically determine the number of sweeps using the elevation angle data could resolve this issue in PPI datasets.
A method using the azimuth variable could resolve this potential issue in RHI datasets, though a very large number of sweeps per scan cycle (e.g., certain BLRHI strategies) could be more prone to errors unless prior information is provided.