ScienceJuly 13, 2026
wiremesh
/ˈwaɪərˌmɛʃ/
Definition
A structure or framework constructed from interconnected metal wires or strands, often used as a base for modeling or support.
Etymology
The word is a compound of 'wire,' derived from Old English 'wir' meaning metal thread, and 'mesh,' originating from Middle English 'mesche' referring to the open space in a net. Combined, they describe an open-structured material made of metal threads.
In the news
In this article, wiremesh is used as the foundational framework upon which NASA satellite images are applied to create a three-dimensional model of the Earth. It serves as the physical armature for visualizing complex atmospheric data.
Planetary-Scale Atmospheric Circulation Over Europe and the North Atlantic (IMAGE)
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