Structured Summary
- Satellite Remote Sensing
- Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
- Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs)
- Multi-Beam Sonar Systems
Satellite Remote Sensing
Satellite remote sensing tools such as altimeters, radiometers, and scatterometers provide valuable data on sea surface temperature, sea level, ocean color, and wind speed and direction. These tools are essential for monitoring large-scale oceanic phenomena and climate patterns.
Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
AUVs are equipped with various sensors for collecting data on water temperature, salinity, dissolved oxygen, and chlorophyll levels. These vehicles can operate at different depths and are useful for conducting detailed surveys of specific oceanographic features.
Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs)
ADCPs are used to measure ocean currents and water column properties by emitting acoustic signals and analyzing their reflections. These instruments provide valuable information on water velocity, turbulence, and sediment transport.
Multi-Beam Sonar Systems
Multi-beam sonar systems are essential for mapping the seafloor and identifying underwater features such as ridges, canyons, and hydrothermal vents. These tools provide high-resolution bathymetric data for studying ocean topography and geology.