Summary
- Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
- Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)
- Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs)
- Satellite Remote Sensing
- Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs)
Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
AUVs are advanced oceanography tools equipped with sensors and cameras that can autonomously navigate the ocean to collect data on water temperature, salinity, and marine life. They are capable of reaching depths that are difficult for human divers to access.
Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)
ROVs are unmanned submersible vehicles controlled by operators on the surface. They are equipped with high-definition cameras, manipulator arms, and various sensors to explore the ocean floor, conduct underwater inspections, and collect samples.
Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs)
USVs are autonomous or remotely controlled surface vessels that can be used for oceanographic research and exploration. They are equipped with sensors to collect data on water quality, weather conditions, and marine life in coastal and open ocean environments.
Satellite Remote Sensing
Satellite remote sensing technology allows researchers to monitor ocean surface temperature, sea level, ocean color, and sea ice extent from space. This data is crucial for understanding global ocean dynamics and climate change.
Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs)
ADCPs are instruments that use sound waves to measure ocean currents and water column properties. They are mounted on ships, buoys, and AUVs to provide high-resolution data on ocean circulation and marine ecosystem dynamics.