- Satellite Remote Sensing
- Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
- Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs)
- Multi-beam Echo Sounders
- ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles)
Satellite Remote Sensing
Satellite remote sensing technology allows for the monitoring of ocean surface temperatures, sea level changes, and the detection of harmful algal blooms. It provides valuable data for studying ocean circulation patterns and climate change impacts on marine ecosystems.
Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
AUVs are unmanned, untethered submersibles equipped with sensors and cameras that can collect high-resolution data on oceanographic parameters such as temperature, salinity, and dissolved oxygen. They are used for mapping the seafloor, studying deep-sea ecosystems, and conducting underwater surveys.
Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs)
ADCPs are instruments that use sound waves to measure water currents and turbulence in the ocean. They are essential for studying ocean circulation, tidal dynamics, and the movement of marine organisms.
Multi-beam Echo Sounders
Multi-beam echo sounders are used for mapping the seafloor and identifying underwater features such as ridges, canyons, and seamounts. They provide detailed bathymetric data that is crucial for understanding ocean topography and geomorphology.
ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles)
ROVs are robotic submersibles controlled by operators on the surface. They are equipped with cameras, manipulator arms, and sensors for conducting detailed inspections of underwater structures, collecting samples, and performing maintenance on oceanographic instruments.