Ocean Science
From underwater noise monitoring equipment to innovative robotic platforms, we provide a host of ocean exploration products. Multi-parameter sensors such as CTDs help researchers, universities and environmental agencies study marine, coastal and freshwater environments with confidence.
Researchers, universities, government agencies and environmental organisations use our instruments to better understand marine, coastal and freshwater environments. From oceanography and water quality monitoring to underwater noise studies and long-term environmental observation, our technologies turn complex measurements into practical insight.
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CTDs
Our range of CTDs and multi‑parameter loggers are essential tools for profiling aquatic environments. They record temperature and depth along with conductivity to derive salinity, density and sound velocity, and many models combine sensors for dissolved gases, pH and optical signals such as chlorophyll, fDOM and turbidity. Compact and low‑power designs allow these instruments to be fitted to gliders, AUVs and moorings.
Underwater Gliders
We supply a range of Gliders with significant depth ratings, these buoyancy driven vehicles are designed for long-range ocean surveys and can carry multiple sensors to measure environmental or acoustic parameters. By silently modifying its buoyancy, gliders move up and down through the water column, maintaining an efficient horizontal trajectory. Long endurance and low maintenance operations make gliders ideal for deep water research.
Drifting buoys
Drifting buoys float with the currents and can send precise location and surface data via satellite. Designed to work in ocean currents for scientific research, oil spill or pollutant tracking and rescue / recovery missions. Models such as the MetOcean iSPHERE and Stokes drifter provide real‑time GPS positions, sea‑surface temperature readings, allowing users to customise reporting and receive data whenever needed. These compact buoys help scientists study shallow‑water currents, responders predict where oil and debris will travel and rescue teams mark and follow search areas.
FAQ
What is an underwater glider?
Underwater gliders are autonomous vehicles that change buoyancy to glide up and down through the water column, which allows them to travel long distances quietly and efficiently. As an example, the Alseamar SeaExplorer glider adjusts its buoyancy while a small propeller helps steer it, keeping a horizontal trajectory. It can be equipped with sensors to measure physical, chemical and acoustic parameters whilst transmitting data via satellite.
How to drifter buoys support search?
Drifter buoys like the MetOcean Telematics' Stokes Drifter can be deployed quickly from boats or aircraft, and their GPS and sea‑surface temperature sensors provide accurate real‑time data via Iridium communications. For pollution monitoring, their precise position data help forecast where oil, flotsam or other pollutants will move.
Why are CTD sensors ideal for oceanographic research?
CTD’s (conductivity, temperature and depth) allow researchers to derive salinity, density and sound velocity for water masses. These compact, low‑power instruments can be deployed on gliders, AUVs or moorings and provide accurate, high‑resolution data for oceanography, water quality monitoring and other marine science.
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