- Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
- Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)
- Satellite Remote Sensing
- Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs)
Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
AUVs are unmanned, untethered submersibles that can be programmed to collect data on ocean conditions, marine life, and underwater topography. They are equipped with sensors, cameras, and navigation systems, making them valuable tools for oceanographic research.
Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)
ROVs are tethered submersibles controlled by operators on the surface. They are used for tasks such as deep-sea exploration, sample collection, and underwater infrastructure inspection. Advanced ROVs are equipped with high-definition cameras, manipulator arms, and specialized sensors.
Satellite Remote Sensing
Satellites equipped with sensors can monitor ocean surface temperature, sea level, and marine life distribution. This technology provides a broad-scale view of ocean conditions and is essential for understanding global ocean dynamics and climate change impacts.
Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs)
ADCPs use sound waves to measure ocean currents and water column properties. They are deployed from ships or moorings and provide valuable data for ocean circulation studies, sediment transport monitoring, and ecosystem assessments. Advanced ADCPs can measure currents at multiple depths simultaneously.