The US was already geared for war, that's what the cold war was all about. However, US tactics and machines of war had to be modified somewhat for the Vietnam War.
Just as with most other instruments, it has many variations, of which the cup anemometer is the most common. radar: Meteorologists use radar to track and measure rainfall in areas. thermometer: Thermometers play an important role in predicting the weather by allowing meteorologists to measure the temperature.
A sling psychrometer is a common instrument used by meteorologists to determine the relative humidity. This instrument is swung around while being held. There are also a variety of other humidity sensors which work automatically to measure the water content and relative humidity of the atmosphere.