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Workhorse Proteus from Teledyne RD Instruments

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:24:38 GMT

The Workhorse Proteus from Teledyne RD Instruments collects current and wave data, measurements of flow, transport, and discharge, in oceans, estuaries, and rivers.

Proteus is the evolution of Teledyne RD Instruments’ original Workhorse ADCP, which revolutionized physical oceanography, ocean engineering, and river hydrology with its acoustic Doppler technique.

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Teledyne Marine Compact Navigator

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:07:38 GMT

Teledyne Marine’s Compact Navigator is the worlds’ smallest and highest performing, fully integrated autonomous navigation solution.

Extreme optimization in size, weight, power, performance, and functionality, makes the Compact Navigator a differentiator for small vehicles, enabling inspection and survey applications not previously achievable.

Learn more bout the Teledyne Marine Compact Navigator

Ocean Data Technologies, Inc. talks Teledyne RD Instruments ADCP Tech

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 11:31:59 GMT

Listen to this episode of Marine Tech Talk as we talk with John Wood, President and Senior Engineer at Ocean Data Technologies, Inc. Ocean Data Technologies travels the world working with clients in all sorts of environments, collecting ADCP-based wave measurements using Teledyne Marine technology.

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Releasing the Workhorse II ADCP

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 14:52:54 GMT

RD Instruments’ Workhorse—the most sold ADCP in the world— just got better. We’ve enabled new features and even better performance across more applications and demanding environments with the Workhorse II. RDI’s proven MEMS heading and tilt sensors with 1° RMS heading accuracy at up to ±70 tilt offer superior performance at the highest latitudes. Raw magnetic data can be logged, and the new software makes post‐deployment heading corrections a breeze. Workhorse II also offers: A highly robust metal shell connector; 16 GB compact flash memory; and new intuitive planning software.

With the direct‐reading Monitor, self‐contained Sentinel, and vessel‐mounted Mariner configurations, the Workhorse II is among the most versatile and capable ADCP platforms. Bottom tracking, directional waves, high-resolution, LADCP, and ice‐tracking modes are available on any model, making any model capable of interdisciplinary use. And original Workhorses can receive Workhorse II upgrades for many more years of successful deployments.

Teledyne RDI Bluetooth Setup/Connection - using ParaniSD1000u Dongle

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 14:36:07 GMT

How to setup Bluetooth Dongle/Adapter Using ParaniSD1000u for Water Resources Products such as RiverRay, RiverPro, StreamPro, etc…

This video helps with setting up Bluetooth Dongle, Configure ParaniWin Software to establish connection and initial setup in WinRiver II software.

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Teledyne RDI Doppler Velocity Logs

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 14:36:02 GMT

Product line director, Teledyne RDI - Grant Jennings, presents the Wayfinder DVL and the Tasman DVL from the Teledyne RDI Doppler Velocity Log product range.

Learn more about Teledyne Marines Doppler Velocity Log product line.

Teledyne Marine Navigation Technology Update

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 10:26:05 GMT

Teledyne Marine is world-renowned for their innovative subsea and surface navigation solutions. In this presentation, we outline the many new features and advancements made to further enhance our DVL, INS, and IMU product lines.

How to Set-up the Pathfinder /Tasman DVL to Output Different Data Formats...

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 12:50:41 GMT

This video provides a quick tutorial on how to set-up the Pathfinder or Tasman DVL to output multiple data types or formats (i.e. PDx data) simultaneously. Other topics such as required software, firmware features, and so on are also covered.

Introduction to Wayfinder Tools Software

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 12:49:18 GMT

This video provides a quick introduction of the Wayfinder Tools software, what it’s use for, why it’s useful, as well as the advantages of using Wayfinder Tools. This is an introductory video and is a prelude to future videos that will tackle the Wayfinder Tools and Wayfinder DVL in more details.

Top Five Reasons why you need the Teledyne Marine NAVUI

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 11:26:40 GMT

Navigation made easy

Teledyne Marine provides a large portfolio of navigation sensors for many different applications. The Teledyne Marine sensors comes with a modern User Interface that makes it easy and intuitive to control many different Teledyne Marine sensors from one place.

Quick introduction to the Teledyne RD Instruments Wayfinder DVL

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 11:40:49 GMT

The Wayfinder DVL has been designed to provide Doppler navigation capability for micro vehicles. Measuring just 10x10x7 cm and weighing in at .51 kg, Wayfinder is ready to meet the needs of our industry's proliferation of increasingly smaller subsea vehicles.

Presenter: Paul Devine

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Introducing the Teledyne RD Instruments Wayfinder DVL

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 11:37:55 GMT

Top 5 Reasons Why You Need a Teledyne RDI Sentinel V ADCP

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 18:28:14 GMT

Give us five minutes and we’ll give you the top 5 reasons why Teledyne Marine’s technology rocks!

Learn more about Teledyne RDI Sentinel V ADCP
http://www.teledynemarine.com/sentinel-v-adcp/

Want to learn more, contact Kevin Grangier at kevin.grangier@teledyne.com

Introduction to ADCP Data

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 19:42:25 GMT

Trainer: Darryl Symonds, Consultant

This session will introduce a user to what can be seen in an ADCP data set. We will discuss the types of data that are recorded by the ADCP and review sample data sets. This will be a refresher session that will be useful for both new and experienced users.

Techniques to Prevent Biofouling

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 19:21:40 GMT

Trainer: Darryl Symonds, Consultant

Looking for new ways to prevent biofouling on your ADCPs and other subsea instruments? Darryl Symonds has come out of retirement to share the techniques that he’s discovered over the years to mitigate this age-old problem. Always fun, always entertaining – and always educational. Sign up today for Darryl’s inaugural post-retirement webinar.

Highlighted Training: Wayfinder DVL Tools Software

Thu, 27 May 2021 15:30:38 GMT

Join Teledyne RD Instruments Systems Engineer, Bill Meachum, for this brief 5-minute training session in which he walks new Wayfinder DVL customers and users through our convenient Tools Software readily available online for this product. Wayfinder is Teledyne’s smallest DVL designed to navigate today’s micro vehicles.

Learn more about the Wayfinder www.teledynemarine.com/Wayfinder/

Teledyne Marine Tech Talk Episode 35 - Managing Waterways along the Suwannee...

Tue, 04 May 2021 16:12:34 GMT

Guests: Tara Rogers, Hydrologic Data Service Chief and Kevin Jones, Hydrologic Survey Technician, Suwannee River Water Management District

Did you know that the Suwanee River Water Management District is responsible for managing the water supply, water quality, flood protection, and natural systems in a 15-county area of Florida including 13 different river basins, and over 450 springs? They do all of this with a core team of 66 staff members and a variety of hydrologic monitoring equipment from Teledyne RD Instruments. On this episode of the podcast we have an interesting and fun discussion with Tara Rogers and Kevin Jones on the scope of their work, areas of responsibility, challenging operating conditions, and how important the data they collect is to residents and even the National Weather Service.

For more information on the work that Tara, Kevin, and the team at the Suwannee River Water Management District are doing to monitor and protect the rivers and springs in their district, visit their website at www.mysuwanneeriver.com. You can also learn more on the department's Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts.

Why Choose a Phased Array DVL/ADCP?

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 15:23:01 GMT

Got 5 minutes? Join us for this Flash Talk that quickly walks you through one of our innovative Teledyne Marine solutions. Have you heard us mention the phased array technology used in our newest ADCP and DVL products? Wonder why we’ve made this switch? This flash talk, delivered by Jerry Mullison (Sr. Scientist, Teledyne RD Instruments) quickly and succinctly highlights the three key advantages that our phased array technology delivers vs. a traditional piston based design.

Top Five Reasons Why You Need a Teledyne RD Instruments RiverRay ADCP

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 14:30:43 GMT

Give us five minutes and we’ll give you the top 5 reasons why Teledyne Marine’s technology rocks!

Learn more about The Teledyne RD Instruments RiverRay ADCP: www.teledynemarine.com/riverray-adcp

Want to learn more, contact Janice at Janice.yasui@teledyne.com

Team RUMarino Guides Users Through Wayfinder DVL Set Up

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 08:45:37 GMT

The RUMarino team from the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez was selected by Teledyne RDI for their 2020 RoboSub grant for a new Wayfinder DVL. Check out this fantastic video that this team has created to quickly walk other users through setting up their new Wayfinder DVL.

Learn more about the Wayfinder DVL >

Cinq principales raisons pour lesquelles vous avez besoin d'un Teledyne RD...

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 16:52:34 GMT

Les passionnés de Navigation apprécierons notre dernière vidéo dédiée au DVL Pathfinder de Teledyne Marine, qui s’annonce déjà comme une de nos meilleurs ventes.

En moins de 4 minutes, Notre Ingénieur applications Kevin Grangier, vous détaille les 5 points forts de ce système d’exception.

www.teledynemarine.com/Pathfinder_DVL

Envie d'en savoir plus?

Contactez Kevin au

kevin.grangier@teledyne.com

Top Five Reasons Why You Need a Teledyne RD Instruments Pathfinder DVL

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 16:52:15 GMT

Vehicle navigation enthusiasts will enjoy our latest Top 5 video dedicated to Teledyne RDI’s Pathfinder DVL, which is quickly becoming one of our best-selling Doppler Velocity Logs.

In under 4 minutes, our Applications Engineer, Kevin Grangier, will detail the 5 most powerful features of this powerhouse product.

www.teledynemarine.com/Pathfinder_DVL

Want to learn more?

Contact Kevin at

kevin.grangier@teledyne.com

Top Five Reasons Why You Need a StreamPro ADCP

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 18:27:08 GMT

Give us two minutes and we’ll give you the top 5 reasons why Teledyne Marine’s technology rocks!

Learn more about The Teledyne RD Instruments StreamPro ADCP : www.teledynemarine.com/streampro

Want to learn more, contact janice at janice.yasui@teledyne.com

FLASH TALK: New Technology to Enable Micro Vehicles

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 17:10:39 GMT

Got 5 minutes? Join us for this Flash Talk that will quickly walk you through one of our innovative Teledyne Marine solutions. Teledyne offers the widest breadth of technology in the industry, allowing us to deliver combined solutions to solve your most challenging problems. This flash talk, delivered by Dan Shropshire (VP Sales/Marketing, Vehicles) highlights our newest sensor technologies that will significantly increase the value and capability of today’s increasingly smaller AUVs and ROVs.

Top Five Reasons Why You Need a Teledyne RD Instruments ChannelMaster ADCP

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 19:12:43 GMT

Give us two minutes and we’ll give you the top 5 reasons why Teledyne Marine’s technology rocks!

Learn more about The Teledyne RD Instruments ChannelMaster ADCP: www.teledynemarine.com/channelmaster-adcp

Want to learn more, contact janice at janice.yasui@teledyne.com

Teledyne RDI Realtime Sentinel V ADCP for a Vmdas deployment

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 16:39:07 GMT

This brief training shows our ADCP users how to set up their Sentinel V ADCP for a Vmdas deployment using Sentinel V’s Real Time Utilities.

Brand: Teledyne RDI
Product: RDI Sentinel V
Trainer(s): Scott Idle
Length: < 5 minutes

Case Studies in Ocean Currents and Communications

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 17:31:30 GMT

Join Paul Devine as he highlights real-world oceanographic applications using Teledyne Marine products. In the first scenario, Paul will highlight the use of Teledyne Benthos Acoustic Modems and Directional Acoustic Transducers for coordinating the sampling among multiple underwater vehicles; the second scenario details the use of Teledyne RD Instruments Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs) for surveying currents from a moving vessel and for moored measurements of wave kinematics.

See upcoming webinars on https://go4.teledynemarine.com/link

Protection of Salmon Habitats in Alaska

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 22:59:26 GMT

Guest: Leah Ellis, Alaska Department of Fish and Game

In this fall series of podcasts, we introduce some of the winners and general entrants from the 2020 Teledyne Marine Photo Contest. Teledyne's annual Photo/ Data Contest concluded with over 80 qualified submissions that helped the company donate over $1200 to Save the Children as part of a charitable giving campaign.

In this episode, we talk to Leah Elllis, a Habitat Biologist in the Instream Flow Program at the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Leah was one of our contestants this year in our Teledyne Marine Photo Contest and the winner of one of our Honorable Mention photo awards. Leah's photo was of her team out “in the elements" collecting data. The mission of their program is to acquire water rights in rivers and lakes for fish habitat protection.

T o learn more about the work that the Alaska Department of Fish and Game are doing you can visit their website at adfg.alaska.gov and on facebook you can check them out at facebook.com/alaskafishandgame

Studying Thwaites Glacier with a large diameter AUV

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 10:40:44 GMT

Guest: Peter King, University of Tasmania

In this fall series of podcasts, we introduce some of the winners and general entrants from the 2020 Teledyne Marine Photo Contest. Teledyne's annual Photo/ Data Contest concluded with over 80 qualified submissions that helped the company donate over $1200 to Save the Children as part of a charitable giving campaign.

In this episode we talk to Peter King, Facility Manager in the Autonomous Systems Maritime Laboratory at the University of Tasmania and one of our contestants this year in our Teledyne Marine Photo Contest. Peter submitted two great photos, one of his team and their AUV, Nupiri Muka, which was outfitted with two Teledyne RD Instruments DVLs, just after recovery and another pre-deployment with the glacier as a backdrop. Peter explains the photo, how the RD Instruments DVLs aided their research, and a bit about their work as part of the Antarctic Gateway Partnership.

To learn more about the University of Tasmania and the Antarctic Gateway on Twitter @Ant_Gateway and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/antarcticgateway. You can also keep pace with Peter King and his latest adventures by following @AUVPeter on Twitter.

If you have any questions or comments about this show you can email host Melissa Rossi at MarineTechTalk@teledyne.com.

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Deployment of a Subsurface ADCP to Investigate Flow Dynamics on Mesophotic...

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 03:49:33 GMT

Guest: Tim Noyes, University of Salford/Bermuda Institute of Ocean Science

In this fall series of podcasts, we introduce some of the winners and general entrants from the 2020 Teledyne Marine Photo Contest. Teledyne's annual Photo/ Data Contest concluded with over 80 qualified submissions that helped the company donate over $1200 to Save the Children as part of a charitable giving campaign.

In this episode we talk to Tim Noyes, an earlier winner of our Academic Grant and now the winner of our Teamwork Makes the Dream Work award for this year's Teledyne Marine Photo Contest. Tim explains the photo, a bit about his PhD work at BIOS and some exciting data they were able to capture during a recent deployment of their Teledyne RD Instruments ADCP.

To learn more about BIOS and the work that Tim and the team are doing you can follow @biosstation on Twitter and Instagram. You can follow Tim on Twitter if you search for his handle: @fieldnoyes.

Top Five Reasons Why You Need a Teledyne RD Instruments Wayfinder Doppler...

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 14:57:09 GMT

Give us two minutes and we’ll give you the top 5 reasons why Teledyne Marine’s technology rocks!

Learn more about The Teledyne RD Instruments Wayfinder DVL: http://www.teledynemarine.com/Wayfinder

Want to learn more, contact Paul at paul.devine@teledyne.com

Introducing the NEW Wayfinder DVL for Micro Vehicles

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 17:33:11 GMT

Has precision navigation for your micro vehicle been out of reach? Not any longer. Join us for this exciting webinar in which Teledyne RDI will introduce you to the brand new Wayfinder DVL. Sometimes it's the little things, that will change everything.

Studying the Fish Biodiversity of Mesophotic Reefs

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 23:56:04 GMT

Guest: Tim Noyes, a PhD candidate at the University of Salford, UK

In this summer series of podcasts, we introduce the winners of our Teledyne Marine Academic Grant for 2020. This grant offers universities and institutions the opportunity to utilize several of our flagship products free of charge for up to a six-month period to support their research programs.

In this episode, we meet Tim Noyes, a PhD candidate at the University of Salford, UK and a research specialist at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences in Bermuda. Tim's research focuses on determining spatial and temporal trends of mesophotic reef fish biodiversity. Using the awarded Sentinel V100 ADCP from RD Instruments and the Benthos R500 Acoustic Release system, Tim will be working to quantify the hydrodynamic variability within the mesophotic coral ecosystems and adjacent shallow-water reefs.

If you have any questions or comments about this show you can email host Melissa Rossi at MarineTechTalk@teledyne.com.

Developing a Low-Cost Navigational System for AUVs

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 18:17:42 GMT

Guest: Samer Ahmed Mohamed, Teaching Assistant, Ain Shams University

In this summer series of podcasts, we introduce the winners of our Teledyne Marine Academic Grant for 2020. This grant offers universities and institutions the opportunity to utilize several of our flagship products free of charge for up to a six-month period to support their research programs.

In this episode, we meet Samer Ahmed Mohamed, a teaching assistant at Ain Shams University in Cairo and head of the Autonomous Underwater Vehicle project. Using their awarded Pathfinder DVL from Teledyne RD Instruments, Samer and his team will fuse the DVL technology with other stereo vision systems and the dynamic model of the vehicle itself to create a computationally efficient model for AUV navigation. He and his team will participate virtually this year in RoboSub 2020.

TM Academic Grant Winner - Samer Ahmed - PathFinder DVL

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 16:53:14 GMT

Ain Shams University

Product grant: Teledyne RDI Pathfinder DVL

Designing and implementing an EKF SLAM module for an autonomous underwater vehicle by fusing a set of hardware sensors along with the dynamic model of the vehicle to achieve very accurate global positioning for handling underwater missions.

Also designing an automatic control module for the sub using novel control theories to obtain very accurate smooth trajectory profiles to improve the maneuverability of the sub

Affiliation:
The sub-project is part of the AUV project for ASmarine Team (Ain Shams University) participating in 2020 Robosub.

Learn more about the Teledyne Marine Academic Grant >

Power Half Hour with Paul: Mastering ADCP Profiling - 3 Keys to Success

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 08:15:09 GMT

Automatic setup for the ADCP covers a wide range of operating situations. It works for many users in many applications. Yet, you always have the option to make your own ADCP setup choices. In this session, we present some simple rules-of-thumb that permit you to anticipate and balance the trade-offs if you wish to customize your ADCP performance—achieving optimized ADCP results in specific situations.

Speaker: Paul Devine, Regional Sales Manager

Learn about more upcoming webinars at www.teledynemarine.com/link

ADCP Data Dive into the Mississippi

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 21:39:56 GMT

Looking for tips about analyzing and interpreting ADCP data? Why not join us for the next episode of our continuing series of ADCP data webinars? Our host Paul Devine, joined by guest Dr. Peter Spain, will examine ADCP data sections of highly variable, two-layer flows near the mouth of the Mississippi River. As always, this session promises to be both educational - and entertaining. A Q&A period will follow this presentation, so bring along your questions.

Speaker: Paul Devine, Regional Sales Manager

Learn about more upcoming webinars at www.teledynemarine.com/link

Sentinel V ADCP Wireless Connection (accessing Ready V)

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 15:58:25 GMT

In this training video, Wilbur Rotoni will get new Sentinel V ADCP users started by stepping them through how to connect their ADCP to the wireless LAN (hint: no cables required!) to configure their instrument for deployment.

Learn more about the Sentinel V ADCP

Top Five Reasons Why You Need a Teledyne RD Instruments rapidCAST

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 10:24:33 GMT

Give us two minutes and we’ll give you the top 5 reasons why Teledyne Marine’s technology rocks!

Learn more about The Teledyne RD Instruments rapidCAST: http://www.teledynemarine.com/rapidcast

Want to learn more, contact Paul at paul.devine@teledyne.com

Measuring Extreme Nearshore Storm Waves Off the Irish Coast

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 14:26:23 GMT

Professor Dias will present a statistical analysis of nearshore waves observed during two major North–East Atlantic storms in 2015 and 2017. Surface elevations were measured with a 5-beam acoustic Doppler current profiler (ADCP) at relatively shallow waters off the west coast of Ireland. To compensate for the significant variability of both sea states in time, a novel approach was used for analyzing the non-stationary surface-elevation series. The distributions of crest and wave heights are compared with theoretical predictions based on the Forristall, Tayfun and Boccotti models. In particular, the latter two models have been largely applied to and validated for deep-water waves. Profession Dias will show that they also describe well the characteristics of waves observed in relatively shallow waters.

Speaker: Professor Frederic Dias, University College Dublin

Learn about more upcoming webinars at www.teledynemarine.com/link

Webinar Wednesday: Smaller Sonars that Pack a Punch: Phased Array ADCPs and DVLs

Wed, 27 May 2020 17:38:59 GMT

Join us for this Webinar Wednesday, where we'll take a deep dive into what Phased Array technology is, and what it can deliver.

Teledyne RD Instruments 2D Phased Array technology has pushed back the practical, mechanical limits for transducer size and frequency at both ends of the size continuum. This expands the scope of ADCP and DVL performance and widens our range of configurations while still making four different measurements simultaneously-- two from an acoustic pulse profiling the water column (velocity profile, echo intensity profile), and two from a bottom-tracking (BT) pulse (velocity over bottom, altitude above bottom). In this session, we consider measurement capabilities using Teledyne RDI’s 2-d Phased Array technology.

Speaker: Dr. Peter Spain; Staff Scientist, Teledyne RD Instruments

Learn about more upcoming webinars at www.teledynemarine.com/link

Power Half Hour with Paul: Deciphering Your ADCP Data

Fri, 22 May 2020 11:13:23 GMT

If you are looking for guidance on understanding your ADCP data, then please join Paul “the Data Whisperer” Devine who will walk you through several fascinating data sets as he shows you how to analyze and refine your data to meet your needs. A Q&A period will follow this presentation, so bring your questions.

Speaker: Paul Devine, Regional Sales Manager

WinRiver II v2.22 New Features

Wed, 20 May 2020 16:59:29 GMT

In this training video, Dan Murphy will step viewers through a few of the great new features available in our latest release of WinRiver II V2.22.

Learn more about our water resources ADCP products >

How Accurate is a Teledyne Marine Pathfinder DVL ?

Mon, 04 May 2020 17:27:56 GMT

Teledyne RDI is well known for their highly accurate Doppler Velocity Logs. But just how accurate are these instruments? Watch Loïc Michel, our gérant for our French office, as he illustrates our Pathfinder DVL’s accuracy in a very original and entertaining way.

Learn more about the Teledyne Marine RDI Pathfinder DVL >

Top 5 Reasons you need a Pinnacle ADCP

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 15:05:27 GMT

Give us two minutes and we’ll give you the top 5 reasons why Teledyne Marine’s technology rocks!

Learn more about the Pinnacle ADCP: www.teledynemarine.com/pinnacle

Contact Paul at: paul.devine@teledyne.com

Power Half-Hour with Paul: RD Instruments Ready V Software Tutorial

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 10:56:49 GMT

Join the always educational and entertaining Paul Devine, Regional Sales Manager, Oceans - Americas, for a revolving series of topics that he will tackle in 30-minute increments. All sessions will be interactive, with real-time Q&A.

In this session, Paul will tackle Teledyne RDI’s ReadyV Pre-Deployment Software for use with their family of Sentinel V ADCP products. ReadyV is an all-purpose, real-time planning tool with an interface simple enough for a brand new ADCP user, yet powerful enough for the seasoned pro. Paul will take you through the paces to set up your ADCP for a successful deployment.

PINNACLE ADCP

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 11:09:21 GMT

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The New Tasman DVL

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 11:09:21 GMT

Tasman Key Features
Field Replaceable Transducer

Learn more about the New Tasman DVL >

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Computing Discharge in Real Time using the Q-Track Automated Continuous...

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 09:28:05 GMT

The Central Midwest Water Science Center has developed, installed, and operated an automatic system for computing discharge. The Q-Track system, as it is known, consists of a TRDI acoustic Doppler velocity meter (ADVM) attached to a carriage that traverses vertically on a track assembly on the side of the canal. The system is controlled by a data logger and computes discharge in real time. The Q-Track system is installed at a site that is the subject of much litigation and for which the discharge is very unsteady. The Q-Track system is being evaluated as an alternative to 'standard' approaches used by the USGS to compute continuous discharge records at this location. This talk will present the results of an evaluation of two methods for computing real-time discharge using the Q-Track system, the mid-section method and the horizontal slice method. The methods for computing discharge will be presented, along with the assumptions and limitations inherent in the method. The discharges computed using Q-Track are compared to the “official” discharge record at the site, which makes use of the index-velocity method.

Presented by:

Kevin Oberg
USGS

Measured Flow Disturbance Around Different ADCPs and Mounts

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 09:57:05 GMT

NVE has mesured flow disturbance around various ADCPs and mounts/floats/trimarans to try to confirm or dispute previous studies by OSW, USGS. The background/reason for doing this is that after starting to use the OSW, USGS extrap/qrev software and alarming number of measurements show tat the vertical velocity distribution shall be constant/no-slip, and not power/power. The method has been to drive long reaches on a still lake and to compare the water velocities close to the instruments by the velocities at some depth. If no flow disturbance, they will be the same. If disturbed flow, there will be a difference.

Presented by;
Kristoffer Florvaag-Dybvik
NVE (Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate)

River sediment transport monitoring by means of H-ADCP.

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 08:53:50 GMT

Monitoring stations in rivers and water courses are an important mean to obtain critical data about the different variables that play a role in the hydrodynamics and ecological processes. This is especially true during rough weather conditions when direct observations are not possible and even dangerous. A technique to determine the suspended sediment transport by means of fixed ADCPs at the side of a river channel (i.e., H-ADCP) is here presented. This technique relies on the Channel Master by Teledyne-RDI which continuously measures water velocity and echo intensity profiles along an horizontal alignment, these measurements are then transmitted to a remote server via GSM. In addition the proposed technique is based on an acoustic method to investigate poorly sorted sediment in the spectrum ranging from clay to fine sand. This combines the measurement of sound attenuation and backscatter to determine instrumental sensitivity to actual matter suspended in the horizontal alignment, thus relaxing the need of frequent calibrations to account for changes in the backscatter return not ascribable to a change in suspended sediment concentration, SSC. Last but not least a Matlab GUI was developed for the acoustic method implementation-validation and its coupling with discharge assessment using water velocity profiles from the Channel Master.

The overall technique was applied in two very different case studies: i) the Devoll river in Albania that is a typical mountain stream with flow velocity and SSC larger than 5 m/s and 10 g/l during floods, respectively, in this case the monitoring serves hydropower industry; ii) the Secchia river where the observed peaks were close to 1.5 m/s and 2 g/l, this is the case of an embanked stream flowing in one of the most populous and heavily built areas of Italy where the monitoring station serves the prediction of sediments deposition and erosion close to existing infrastructures (e.g., bridge and levee).

Presenter:
Massimo Guerrero
LIDR-DICAM, Università di Bologna

Teledyne Marine delivers solutions for NEKTON’S First Descent mission

Mon, 27 May 2019 10:55:19 GMT

Teledyne Marine’s Sea of Solutions personified in the stunning images and important data collected by NEKTON’s First Decent mission.

First Descent is a series of expeditions combining innovations in technology, AI, big data and communications, in a bold bid to accelerate the scientific exploration and conservation of the Indian Ocean, the world’s least explored and least protected ocean.

How the Indian Ocean changes in the coming decades will profoundly affect the lives, livelihoods and wellbeing of 2.5billion living in the region.

First Descent begins in the Seychelles and continues with other expeditions across the Indian Ocean. First Descent: Indian Ocean concludes with the State of the Indian Ocean Summit in 2022 in Oxford.

Teledyne Marine supplies the expedition with Software and essential sonar, camera, light, and navigation technology.

Learn more at https://go3.teledynemarine.com/NEKTON

Teledyne Marine and NEKTON partnership on the First Descent mission

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 14:00:57 GMT

How the Indian Ocean changes in the coming decades will profoundly affect the lives, livelihoods and wellbeing of 2.5billion living in the region.

First Descent begins in the Seychelles and continues with other expeditions across the Indian Ocean. First Descent: Indian Ocean concludes with the State of the Indian Ocean Summit in 2022 in Oxford.

Teledyne Marine supplies the expedition with Software and essential sonar, camera, light, and navigation technology.

Learn more about the mission >

ADCP Data QA: Overview to Advanced (Oceanographic)

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 09:02:04 GMT

Outline

Overview of the ADCP Data Types
Methodology for Data Reviewing: Key Data Quality Indicators
Review of Example Data Sets from WH and Sentinel V ADCPs – Learn Data Displays: 2D Profiles, 2D Time Series, 3D Profiles, and 3D Time Series

Presenter:
Darryl Symonds
Teledyne Marine

Vessel Mounted ADCP: Installation Background, FAQ’s, and a case study of an...

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 08:59:24 GMT

Outline

Go to: Vessel Mounted ADCP Requirements >
Go to: TRDI System Package Overview >
Go to: Example Vessels and Installations >
Go to: Block Diagram of ADCP Installations >
Go to: Do’s and Don’ts of ADCP Installation (Frequently Asked Questions) >
Go to: Vessel Mounted Data Acquisition Software (VMDAS) >
Go to: 2 Stories of ADCP Vessel Mounted Data Collection >

Presenter:
Darryl Symonds
Teledyne Marine

An experience in using ADCP “Rio Grande 600 kHz” for investigations of the...

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 13:17:21 GMT

During several expedition seasons, starting from 2003, TRD Instruments- Europe provided us with ADCP Workhouse “Rio Grander 600 kHz” gratuitously supporting our studies at shelves of Russian seas. The first studies showed that the instrument designed for measuring sea currents can really have a much broader spectrum of functions. Primarily, it is true for measuring the intensity of the back-scattered signal, that feature allowing one to monitor different processes in the water bulk. In combination with simultaneously monitoring the background current, the ADCP becomes an exceptional instrument offering unreachable earlier possibilities in studying the processes in coastal regions of seas.

Presenter: Lisa Khimchenko
Repaired by: Andrey Serebryany, Shirshov Institute of Oceanology

Woods Hole Group’s (formerly Horizon Marine's) FAST Eddy Underway ADCP...

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 09:04:31 GMT

Woods Hole Group Inc. (formerly Horizon Marine, Inc. (HMI)) provides oceanographic services specifically tailored to the offshore energy industry. Our services are designed to assist with planning safe and efficient operations to minimize costly downtime caused by challenging ocean currents. HMI's EddyWatch program concentrates on the location and migration of strong ocean currents that are characteristic of the Loop Current and associated anticyclonic (warm core) eddies, particularly in the deep-water lease blocks of the northern Gulf of Mexico. To provide enhanced services and site-specific monitoring and forecasting, HMI developed the FAST Eddy real-time, automated, self-contained, ADCP data acquisition system that may be installed both on Offshore Supply Vessels (OSVs) and Autonomous Surface Vehicles (ASVs). Clients using FAST Eddy for fine-scale monitoring and forecasting problematic currents have found that the service helped mitigate downtime and associated costs during critical operations. Our presentation will describe the technology and techniques of deployment and surveying used by HMI to assist in effectively managing a client's resources and limit potential downtime due to ocean currents. This presentation will touch upon our experiences; past present, and future.

Presented by: Federico Alvarez, HMI.

Monitoring Currents with ADCPs on Wave Gliders

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 08:30:57 GMT

This presentation will discuss how ADCPs on Wave Gliders provide a viable and flexible way to get critical upper-ocean current data. ADCPs on Wave Gliders provide a more efficient way to get key oceanographic data. Operating unmanned vehicle is much less costly than operating ships. Carrying ADCPs on these unmanned vehicles provides a flexible and economical means for monitoring upper-ocean currents. Liquid Robotics Wave Gliders have demonstrated the power of this approach with deployments in locations and conditions around the world.

For scientific studies, Wave Gliders carrying ADCPs can simplify exploring upper-ocean responses to atmosphere forcing. This tool can also show current circulation patterns in sparsely-observed oceanic regions. Where currents are weaker, Wave Gliders with ADCPs can replace ships in some types of recurring surveys. As well as returning detailed and extensive data sets, this approach reduces costs and resources for operators and provides flexibility (e.g., changing profiles based on real-time samples). Examples include fisheries management, monitoring the marine environment, and providing indicators for El Nino and climate change.

Wave Gliders with ADCPs are likely to play an enhanced role in operational support for industry. They provide a unique means to see and deliver information about the underwater situation. This approach can improve safety and efficiency as well as reduce risks. It can also provide warnings where industrial activity overlaps with sensitive marine life and environments.

By: Ryan Carlon, Liquid Robotics Inc

Robots Talking to Robots: Using Acoustic Modems to Connect Ocean Systems

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 08:29:56 GMT

The Liquid Robotics Wave Glider has demonstrated great success as a host platform for acoustic modems. Numerous customer missions have employed these systems to provide seafloor to surface connectivity. In this presentation recent results will be presented. Customer experiences in oceanographic research will highlight the role of Wave Gliders with acoustic modems to:

• Locate and track underwater assets more efficiently and without a ship

• Act as a communications relay, allowing underwater assets to transfer data quickly and in near real-time

• Follow submerged autonomous underwater vehicle (AUVs) for in situ analysis of a drifting water mass

Examples of undersea assets supported will include fixed seafloor seismic research nodes, free swimming long-range AUVs and a seafloor crawling benthic rover. In addition to telemetry certain missions also make use of acoustic positioning to support undersea assets.

This presentation will describe the applications and integration of Teledyne acoustic systems on Wave Gliders.

By: Ryan Carlon, Liquid Robotics Inc

Hydroacoustics in the USGS - Twenty-five years of Innovation

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 09:39:51 GMT

Acoustic instruments and methods for streamflow measurements first began to be integrated into the USGS streamgaging program in 1992, shortly after the TRDI Broadband Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) was released. Although these instruments were adopted especially on large rivers, the usage of ADCPs dramatically increased with the introduction of the Rio Grande ADCPs in 1997. Since then, that trend has continued, such that 97% of all non-wading discharge measurements are made with ADCPs. In 2002, the USGS began working with SonTek to adapt the Acoustic Doppler Velocimeter (ADV) – a lab instrument – for field applications and discharge measurements. In 2016, 84% of all discharge measurements were made with an acoustic instrument, corresponding to 68,800 discharge measurements.

The implementation and adaptation of hydroacoustic instruments and methods was successful for a number of reasons. Firstly, the USGS, Office of Surface Water (OSW) and the Hydroacoustics Work Group (HaWG) have worked cooperatively with manufacturers to see that changes were made to the instruments and software that minimize bias, improve efficiencies, and minimize user errors. Secondly, OSW and the HaWG have emphasized comprehensive and timely training of hydrographers. Thirdly, OSW has worked diligently to explore better methods, better software, and new applications for acoustic methods. As examples of the latter, we have developed and refined the discharge computation methods and software (QRev software) and developed the Velocity Mapping Toolbox. We are now working on improving methods for data exchange and interoperability and in developing operational tools for estimating discharge measurement uncertainty. Lastly, OSW and the HaWG have placed a heavy emphasis on field support by responding to telephone and email requests for assistance, sometime involving deployment of OSW personnel within 24 hours of the request.

Presentation by: Acoustic instruments and methods for streamflow measurements first began to be integrated into the USGS streamgaging program in 1992, shortly after the TRDI Broadband Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) was released. Although these instruments were adopted especially on large rivers, the usage of ADCPs dramatically increased with the introduction of the Rio Grande ADCPs in 1997. Since then, that trend has continued, such that 97% of all non-wading discharge measurements are made with ADCPs. In 2002, the USGS began working with SonTek to adapt the Acoustic Doppler Velocimeter (ADV) – a lab instrument – for field applications and discharge measurements. In 2016, 84% of all discharge measurements were made with an acoustic instrument, corresponding to 68,800 discharge measurements.

The implementation and adaptation of hydroacoustic instruments and methods was successful for a number of reasons. Firstly, the USGS, Office of Surface Water (OSW) and the Hydroacoustics Work Group (HaWG) have worked cooperatively with manufacturers to see that changes were made to the instruments and software that minimize bias, improve efficiencies, and minimize user errors. Secondly, OSW and the HaWG have emphasized comprehensive and timely training of hydrographers. Thirdly, OSW has worked diligently to explore better methods, better software, and new applications for acoustic methods. As examples of the latter, we have developed and refined the discharge computation methods and software (QRev software) and developed the Velocity Mapping Toolbox. We are now working on improving methods for data exchange and interoperability and in developing operational tools for estimating discharge measurement uncertainty. Lastly, OSW and the HaWG have placed a heavy emphasis on field support by responding to telephone and email requests for assistance, sometime involving deployment of OSW personnel within 24 hours of the request.

Presentation by: Kevin Oberg, USGS

Expanding Accurate and Efficient Use o f ADCP Data through the Development of...

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 08:23:03 GMT

*Any use of trade, firm, or product names is for descriptive purposes only and does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

The use of acoustic Doppler current profilers (ADCPs) for measuring streamflow and stream velocities has become common in most hydrologic agencies and the private sector. Instruments for performing these measurements are available from multiple manufacturers; however, the supplied software used to collect and process the data do not use consistent algorithms. Similarly, the data are not stored in a common format and the format of the original unprocessed data is not always made public, limiting the use of the data.

The Office of Management and Budget issued memorandum M-13-13 on May 9, 2013 stating, “Specifically, this Memorandum requires agencies to collect or create information in a way that supports downstream information processing and dissemination activities." This and associated directives require the Federal Government to transform data and information into useable and accessible formats.
The U.S. Geological Survey, Office of Surface Water has developed software to post-process moving-boat ADCP measurements to improve quality and apply consistent algorithms independent of the instrument manufacturer and software used to collect the data. This initial development is serving as a starting point for establishing international standards for both processing algorithms and data file formats. The establishment of standard processing algorithms and the development of a data file format using an existing self-documenting format such as NetCDF will enable consistent, efficient, and expanded use of the data independent of the ADCP used to collect the data. Developing these international standards will require the cooperation of other federal and international agencies and equipment manufacturers.

Presented by:

David Mueller, USGS

Teledyne Marine Outfitting an ROV

Mon, 16 Apr 2018 11:30:11 GMT

From cameras to connectors, INS to imaging—and everything in between—only Teledyne Marine’s OneTeam can deliver a full suite of field-proven sensors, software, imaging, and interconnect solutions ideally suited for inspection to workclass ROVs.

Teledyne Marine's mooring solutions

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 16:00:37 GMT

Only Teledyne Marine has the proven, industry-leading instruments you need – all from a single supplier.

With Teledyne Marine’s new One Team sales structure, customers can now enjoy single point access for all of their mooring instrumentation needs, saving you time and money during your sourcing and procurement process, while providing you with the peace of mind that comes from working with the industry’s leading experts in their fields.

Teledyne Marine's mooring solutions include:

Teledyne Benthos ACOUSTIC MODEMS allow for real-time,wireless communications in shallow or deep water environments >>learn more

Teledyne RDI’s ACOUSTIC DOPPLER CURRENT PROFILERS (ADCPS) deliver highly accurate current data in up to 6000M of water >>learn more

Teledyne RDI’s CITADEL CTDS provide accurate Conductivity,Temperature and Depth measurements >>learn more

Teledyne Benthos GLASS HOUSINGS can house other instrumentation and/or relieve dangerous mooring strain >>learn more

Teledyne Benthos ACOUSTIC RELEASES ensure that you get your mooring and critical data back >>learn more

Seasonal to Decadal Variability in the Upper Ocean Scattering Layer in Drake...

Thu, 01 Feb 2018 10:00:37 GMT

The surface shoaling of nutrient-rich waters poleward across the Antarctic Circumpolar Current is responsible for the elevated productivity of the Southern Ocean. Over the last half century, the Southern Ocean has been warming at a faster rate than the global ocean as a whole. In particular, the Antarctic Peninsula region has undergone rapid atmospheric warming, significant glacial retreat and a decrease in seasonal sea ice extent, impacting krill and its predators. Improving knowledge of the Southern Ocean is a high priority for understanding the effects of climate change, but the harsh environment poses substantial observational challenges.

The U.S. Antarctic Research and Supply Vessel Laurence M. Gould crosses Drake Passage 2-4 times per month in all seasons, collecting underway data on transits between Punta Arenas, Chile and Palmer Station, Antarctica. High-resolution measurements of upper ocean temperature, salinity, velocity and acoustic backscatter, along with concurrent meteorological, surface water CO2 and nutrient measurements have been routinely acquired since the late 1990s. This study makes use of 238 acoustic Doppler current profiler (ADCP) transects collected over a 12-year period to remotely sense the characteristics of the near-surface scattering layer, which at 153.6 kHz is dominated by macrozooplankton. Although the primary use of the shipboard ADCP is to measure ocean currents, the measured acoustic backscatter has provided valuable insights into the depth distributions, vertical migration behaviors and even life cycles of dominant biological scatterers. Diel vertical migration and a well defined annual cycle are observed, consistent with krill behavior. Significant geographic variations are present on both seasonal and interannual time scales. Interannual variability is linked to two main climate modes, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation and the Southern Annular Mode, as well as to variations in seasonal sea ice extent. Limitations of the present study and proposed sampling to address them will also be discussed.

Presented by:

Dr. Teresa K. Chereskin
Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego

Teledyne Marine Offshore Energy Overview - TMTW17

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 09:49:36 GMT

Introduction to Teledyne Marine's Offshore Energy technology and capabilities, presented at TMTW17.

Teledyne Marine Defense & Security Overview - TMTW17

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 09:28:59 GMT

Introduction to Teledyne Marine's Defense and Security solutions and capabilities, presented at TMTW17.

Teledyne Marine Oceanographic Research Overview - TMTW17

Mon, 29 Jan 2018 09:51:56 GMT

Introduction to Teledyne Marine's Oceanographic Research technology and capabilities, presented at TMTW17.

2017 New Products / Technology from Teledyne Imaging and Instruments

Thu, 25 Jan 2018 09:42:40 GMT

Measurements for site description and response of farmed fish and equipment...

Sat, 06 Jan 2018 12:23:04 GMT

Abstract:
The salmon farming industry in the Faroe Islands is currently utilizing some of the most exposed sites for aquaculture in the world. Up to now, waveheights of >5m Hsig and tidal currents >1m/s have been measured at the sites.

To be able to provide good advice on farming in such extreme places, proper description of the physical environment is necessary and good knowledge about the capabilities of the farming equipment and the farmed fish in such an environment. For this work we are always on the lookout for the best equipment for the job. We have a number of workhorse sentinels that we use with good results, and have tested the SentinelV and the Citadel CTD as well through the academic product grant.

For site characterization we generally first describe the regional tidal currents using a boat mounted ADCP. From these results a layout of the aquaculture site is proposed and an bottom mounted ADCP is used for obtaining long term measurements of waves and vertical current profile for creating statistics on waves and currents.

Measurements at highly exposed sites have revealed features that might not be described by the standard measurements performed for new salmon farming sites, and work is initiated to define new protocols.

The response of equipment and behavior of the farmed fish is also unknown for highly exposed sites. Various measurement methods are employed together with ADCP's and CTD's to bring more information forward on these subjects.

Examples of results from such measurements will be presented.

Presented by:

Øystein Patursson
Fiskaaling

Advanced Techniques for Rapidly Mapping 3D Spatial Velocities for Tidal...

Thu, 04 Jan 2018 09:29:12 GMT

Abstract:

Join us as we uncover the first approved permanent Tidal Test Facility in the United States.

RDI and WaterCube, LLC partnered up with the Marine Renewable Collaborative to participate in bringing together the latest technologies to rapidly produce 3D spatial views of velocity and bathymetry within the Cape Cod Canal to gain approval of the Bourne Tidal Test Facility. Utilizing the most advanced instrumentation by RDI, a remote-boat by Oceanscience for data collection and WaterCube's innovative new data processing engine, the Marine Renewable Collaborative were able to showcase not only the power potential of the area but also visualize and design the ideal turbine placement which will harness the most potential for turbine manufacturers for years to come. The Marine Renewable Collaborative just received approval from The Army Corp of Engineers to begin installation of the testing facility in November of 2017.

Come see how these powerful views opened the eyes of many to the potential within Cape Cod. REAL 3D NEVER LOOKED SO GOOD!

Presented by:

Jeff Den Herder - in collaboration with WaterCube, LLC
Teledyne RD Instruments

Use of Acoustic Techniques for the Determination of Net Sediment Transport...

Tue, 05 Dec 2017 09:33:21 GMT

Presenter:

David Williams
Australian Institute of Marine Science

Abstract

The Marine Supply Base channel in Darwin Harbour, Northern Territory Australia provides access to berthing and loading at East Arm wharf for vessels that support the offshore energy industry.

Sedimentation in the channel due to complex currents in the area is reducing navigational efficiency and safety.

A combination of multi-beam echo sounder, utilising an Odom MB1 and Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler, using a network of TRDI Workshorse and Sentinel V, surveys were conducted over a 12 month period encompassing both dry and wet seasons. The MBES surveys mapped the extent of the MSB channel and the East Arm sandbar adjacent to the channel. Tidal current patterns determined from the ADCP surveys show that tidal currents in the area are highly variable and are stronger in the ebb tide direction except at the entrance to the navigation channel. Tidal current are more variable in the flood tide direction at all remaining sites along the channel. The strength and direction of the tidal currents indicate that sediment movement is along the channel toward the deeper seaward navigation channel.

Fine sediments have deposited in the MSB berthing area slightly reducing the volume of the berthing pocket and also depositing toward the end of the channel. An annual sediment deposition rate of 100 mm over the berth area was determined via observations and modelling.

Non-cohesive sand transport modelling, configured using data from the MBES and ADCP surveys, has indicated slow movement of the sandbar in a dominantly south west direction at between 100 – 200 mm per month. Fine sediment modelling indicates deposition in the MSB berth area of 20 – 50 mm/year under average conditions.

Modelling indicates that if the MSB channel was realigned to be straighter the current directions would be more regular assisting navigation. Sediment accumulation would not present a major issue if the majority of the East Arm sandbar was dredged.

Perspectives on the State of Ocean Science

Tue, 14 Nov 2017 09:51:10 GMT

Keynote presentation by Margaret Leinen

The value and role of ocean science and innovation increasingly has been the focus of both international and domestic forums on climate science, sustainability, and defense. Now in its second century of exploration and research, UC San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography is rising to meet new challenges to understand and protect the planet, through interdisciplinary and cross-sector collaborations and a continued focus on developing innovative technology to observe the planet.

Scripps shares its science at international forums such as the United Nations ocean and climate conferences to advise, contextualize and strengthen the efforts of nations, NGO's and policymakers that set and meet standards for sustainable use of the oceans. The United States Navy is also in the midst of assessing the global state of ocean science and technology via Task Force Ocean, and has engaged US academic institutions including Scripps to ensure cutting-edge ocean science is applied to its oceanographic infrastructure, technologies, and technical workforce so that the Navy maintains its global competitive advantage.

In her keynote, Dr. Margaret Leinen will describe these international forums, Scripps role, how Scripps scientists are innovating to meet these global demands in ocean science and technology, and the state-of-the-art research facilities, centers, and education that will shape the future of ocean and climate science.

The Next Great Odyssey of Human Endeavour Exploring the Deep Ocean

Thu, 09 Nov 2017 14:55:25 GMT

Keynote presentation by Oliver Steeds

Humankind is poised to make the next giant leap – into the deep ocean. We now have the technology available to us to discover more of our planet in the next 10 years than we have in the last 100,000.
Throughout human history, exploration has always driven our progress. Lief Ericson's journey to North America (1001 AD), the discovery of the New World (1490s), Magellan's first circumnavigation (1519) and space exploration (1957-) have all pushed back the frontiers of our knowledge, unlocking immense opportunity and changing our relationship to our planet and ourselves.
But since 1969, we've been looking up when we should have been looking down. The most important part of our planet, the deep ocean, remains the least known part of our planet.
The ocean is the heart of our planet. It's 99% of the planet's biosphere[1], regulates our atmosphere and climate and produces 50% of the oxygen we breath[2]. It captures heat and carbon dioxide which dramatically reduces global warming and provides a primary source of protein for 3 billion people[3]. The ocean is everybody's business. How it changes affects us all. The problem is that we don't know how the deep ocean functions, how healthy it is, how resilient it is and how the development of a sustainable blue economy can drive our growth.
The ocean remains the last great unknown frontier on our planet. We've only biologically sampled 0.0001%[4] and mapped an area equivalent the size of Tasmania to the same kind of detail that we have mapped the entire orbs of the Moon and Mars[5].
From Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), from seabed mapping systems and chemical sensors to the initial library of DNA sequences of marine animals, technological developments now unlock extraordinary new research capabilities. We now have the ability to discover more of our planet in the next 10 years than the last 100,000 of human history.
New areas of economic activity such as renewable energy and marine mining are on the horizon. Millions of new species are to be discovered that can propel human medicine. Resources to be unearthed that will drive our sustainable economic development. Even the origins of life on Planet Earth are to be found.
To engage the world in our all of our work, we should be looking to the space community to learn how to improve our story-telling – engaging our audiences with stories that are positive, forward looking and about a brighter future; that are Mission based and trigger the imagination, communicating danger and building on narratives of exceptionalism, patriotism, exploration and the collective human achievement.
Together, as an industry, we are already leading the exploration of the deep ocean, the last, great unknown frontier on Planet Earth.
The Apollo Missions, polar exploration, Jacques Cousteau's adventures, even Felix Baumgartner's space jump captivated the world with their human drama, battles against adversity, and above all, the unknown. We need the unknown. It is the sense of mystery that gives us imagination and makes us human. Our work is the next positive epic story of human endeavor that can inspire humanity.

SOURCES:
[1] http://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/oceans/
[2] http://earthsky.org/earth/how-much-do-oceans-add-to-worlds-oxygen
[3] http://www.worldwildlife.org/industries/sustainable-seafood
[4] www.marineboard.eu/file/265/download?token=J5hokhHB
[5] http://www.motherearthnews.com/nature-and-environment/nature/fun-surprising-facts-about-the-oceans.a...
[6] http://www.earthsurfaceprocesses.com/3c-E-MassExtn.html

Teledyne Marine Technology Workshop 2017 recap

Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:15:08 GMT

2nd Teledyne Marine Technology Workshop an Overwhelming Success!

Building upon our inaugural event in 2015, Teledyne Marine hosted the 2nd biennial Teledyne Marine Technology Workshop on (TMTW) October 15-18 in San Diego, California. A record breaking 270 customers from around the globe converged on the sunny shores of San Diego to attend this year’s event.

Teledyne Marine Technology Workshop 2017

Wed, 09 Aug 2017 09:33:22 GMT

Teledyne Marine invites you to join us for our newly expanded Teledyne Marine Technology Workshop in which speakers, influencers, and attendees from around the globe will converge to explore, learn, and share their experiences on a broad range of technologies.

TMTW offers a packed, non-stop schedule that truly offers something for every level of users, from novice to seasoned pro.

This three-day workshop, which is preceded by a full day of networking opportunities, will include customer presentations, product/software training, field service meetings, networking opportunities, and on-water demonstrations provided by Teledyne Marine’s top-tier oceanographic manufacturers.

Products will range from: ADCPs, CTDs, DVLs, Imaging and Mapping Sonars and Software, Motion Sensors, Navigation Systems, AUVs, ROVs, Lights and Cameras, Modems, Gliders, Surface Vehicles, Interconnect Solutions – and more!

Our morning sessions will be comprised of four concurrent tracks dedicated to presentations given by Teledyne users from around the globe, who will sharing their experiences, challenges and solutions using Teledyne products in a wide array of application areas., including:

Offshore Energy
Oceanographic Research
Hydrography
Security / Defense
Civil Engineering, River/Stream Monitoring
Aquaculture / Fisheries

Attendees are sure to glean new and helpful information from these sessions, not only from the speakers, but from the questions and answer and interaction with their industry peers in these sessions.

Afternoon sessions are comprised of eight concurrent tracks covering Teledyne Marine product / software training, new product and application introductions, Q&As with Teledyne's technical teams, dockside and on-water demonstrations, one-on-one meetings, and an opportunity to visit with our top-tier co-sponsors to discuss their third party solutions and services.

TMTW 2015: NOAA’s Recent Field Testing of the Teledyne RDI Sentinel V ADCP

Wed, 03 May 2017 14:19:39 GMT

NOAA’s Recent Field Testing of the Teledyne RDI Sentinel V ADCP
Presenter: Nathan Holcomb NOAA

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services (CO-OPS) currently maintains 24 Physical Oceanographic Real-Time System (PORTS®) observatories throughout the United States coastal regions. These systems provide real-time oceanographic and meteorological information to support safe and efficient navigation. One important observation included in the suite of PORTS data products is ocean currents. CO-OPS also measures currents during non-real-time surveys under the Nation Current Observation Program (NCOP); these data are used to generate tidal current predictions. To ensure that its networks operate in the most efficient and accurate way possible, CO-OPS invests in testing of latest commercially available oceanographic instrumentation. CO-OPS uses a variety of TRDI Workhorse ADCPs throughout PORTS and NCOP systems. Motivated by new developments and products offered by TRDI, CO-OPS procured a 500 kHz Sentinel V for initial testing. To date, a series of controlled boat tow tests have been completed along with a short field test in the South Chesapeake Bay (October’14). The primary objective is to test current measurement performance for CO-OPS’ applications; a secondary objective is to evaluate wave measurement capability. During the Chesapeake Bay test the Sentitnel V was deployed in a bottom mount nearby a TRDI WorkHorse, Nortek AWAC, and TriAXYS wave buoy. Water depth at the site is approximately 15 m and currents are predominately tidal, ranging approximately 0-2.5 knots on a daily basis. A summary of the results from both the boat tow and a Chesapeake Bay tests will be presented.

TMTW 2015: Three Month Continuous Measurement of Waves off the West Coast of...

Wed, 03 May 2017 14:18:31 GMT

Three Month Continuous Measurement of Waves off the West Coast of Ireland During the Winter of 2015 University College Dublin
Presenter: Frederic Dias University College Dublin

The WAVEMEASUREMENT project is linked to the ERC Advanced Grant MULTIWAVE (www.ercmultiwave.eu). MULTIWAVE is an interdisciplinary project focusing on uncovering the fundamental mechanisms underlying the physics of rogue waves. The potential to improve the understanding of ocean rogue waves is hindered by the lack of reliability of measurements of extreme ocean waves. More specifically, the quality of the data and the sophistication of data analysis of existing measurements from conventional buoy sensors are still unsatisfactory for the detailed study of rogue waves. The key idea of WAVEMEASUREMENT is to implement rigorous calibration tests of wave measurement in an extreme environment.

As a test site, the Killard Point area (west coast of Ireland) has been chosen. The overall area is characterised by a mean tide of about 5m which can reach maxima of about 5.7m.

Because the experiment was aimed at defining the quality of the currently available wave measurements under extreme conditions, a Sentinel V ADCP and a Waverider buoy were considered for comparison. The ADCP was deployed on 9 February 2015 in the Killard Point area at 39m depth, at exact location 52° 47.696’N, 009° 34.149’W and recovered on 11 June 2015. The deployment and recovery were carried out by TechWorks Marine. Data processing has started and there are 80 days of continuous data. Unfortunately the Waverider broke and was not replaced.

Ocean Business 17

Wed, 26 Apr 2017 14:19:12 GMT

A combination of over 24 classroom training sessions, 8 dockside and test tank demonstrations, ongoing on-water hydrographic demonstrations, and 15 new product launches kept customers busy and engaged at a highly successful Ocean Business earlier this month.

Kicking off the week with our first combined Agents and Representatives meeting, Ocean Business started with a flurry of activity as global agents representing our full spectrum of brands came together to learn more about the latest Teledyne Marine activities, including the fifteen new products being launched, personnel changes, and on-going marketing ventures. We would like to thank everyone who registered and attended our pre-show event - we hope you enjoyed your time with us and found it to be a valuable afternoon.

Throughout the three days of exhibiting, over thirty-five demonstration and training sessions were delivered covering new products and technologies, new and on-going projects, and recent case studies. These were well attended and many sparked some interesting and in-depth conversations between our personnel and both existing and potential customers. Amongst these were dockside and test tank demonstrations of various Teledyne Marine products. The Oceanscience Z-Boat and SeaBotix ROV proved to be popular hits on the sunstroked dockside, with attendees piling through the door to try and get a view of our pilots maneuvering the vehicles up and down the harbor.

Ocean Business, and the atmosphere it brings, proved to be the perfect platform to introduce fifteen new products to market. From the smallest of LED lamps to our fleet of Slocum Gliders, to the most comprehensive multibeam echsounders and compact DVL - the Teledyne Marine booths were packed with new demonstration and equipment displays. Product development is at the heart of our ethos, and launching new systems designed with new features and better performance ensure we continue to meet the industry's changing needs. If you missed out on seeing any of our new products at Ocean Business, or would like to find out more about one specifically, see the links below to learn more and discover how we can improve the operation of your next application...
Pathfinder DVL
Trackit
Releaseit and R500 Coastal Acoustic Release Package
Slocum G3 Glider
Saturn-INS
Gavia New Plug-and-Play Science Bay Module
LED-B-Series Light
Sentinel V ADCP Real Time / Bottom-Tracking Configurations
12,000m Optical Connector
Digital Stills Camera
Horizontal Retrievable MCDU
IDH SeaBat T20-R / T50-R
SeaBat T20-R / T50-R
SeaBat T20-S / T50-S

Teledyne RD Instruments: Sentinel V ADCP Case Study #1

Mon, 10 Apr 2017 11:57:51 GMT

A true-life adventure of sentinel V s/n 21916 that took a “walk about” in the most remote islands in the world 26 Oct 2015- 15 Jan 2016.

A Sentinel V was deployed by University of Hawaii to study the "da" big waves" off the famous North Shore of Oahu.

Presented by: Darryl Symonds, Teledyne RD Instruments

Teledyne RD Instruments: Ocean Surveyor ADCP Case Study #2

Mon, 10 Apr 2017 10:31:35 GMT

A story about the JAMSTEC research vessel Kaiyo and its unique find using an Ocean Surveyor 38 kHz in the South pacific.

Presented by: Darryl Symonds, Teledyne RD Instruments

Technology Focus Days - China 2017

Wed, 29 Mar 2017 11:12:02 GMT

Early March saw the inaugural Technology Focus Days workshop hosted in China, exclusively for invited guests from organisations, distributors and customers from around the region. Over one-hundred and eighty guests attended a full day of technology presentations as well as dockside and on-water demonstrations of Teledyne Marine products.

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Environmental monitoring

Tue, 28 Jun 2016 02:00:00 GMT

Trial test of antifouling sensor Citadel CT-NH on shallow waters in the Calpe (Alicante, Spain) coast. Temperature and conductivity (salinity) measurement tested on a environment rich in underwater life.

Real-Time cabled ADCP frame recovery from the EMEC tidal energy test site in...

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 02:00:00 GMT

Here we see a timelapse recording of the recovery of a fixed ADCP frame made for the Teledyne RDI Workhorse Monitor ADCP.
The vessel, C-Chariot, is kept on site using a dynamic 4-point mooring system allowing the vessel to position itself exactly where is required using the winches to alter the vessels position. A drop camera gave vision of the frame on the sea bed 35m below and also as it was lifted, with the vessel keeping station right through the tidal cycle with speeds up to 8 knots.

Discharge measurements in fish passage

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 02:00:00 GMT

In the river Mosel, a hydroelectric plant is situated near the city of Koblenz. Alongside the plant, a fish passage is present. The presence of the fish passage results in an extra channel through which river discharge can be transported. The Bundesanstalt für Wasserbau (BAW) has requested Aqua Vision to quantify the discharges in the fish passage and in the channels connected to the fish passage. In July 2015 and March 2016, Aqua Vision has deployed three horizontal ADCPs over a three day period at fixed locations in the fish passage. A large number of calibration transects have carried out by use of two StreamPro ADCPs.

How To Pack the RiverRay/RiverPro Float Into Carrying Bag

Wed, 03 Feb 2016 01:00:00 GMT

A quick instructional video on how to pack your RiverRay/RiverPro float into the carrying bag.

Report from Teledyne Marine Technology Workshop 2015

Fri, 13 Nov 2015 12:49:40 GMT

In 2015 Teledyne Marine hosted its first Technology Workshop, October 4-7 in San Diego. More than 240 delegates learned about our techology in the four morning tracks with external speakers, the 8 class room training tracks in the afternoon combined with the boat and dock demos. Furthermore, twenty 3rd party industry partners were present at the event. To get an impression, please see the enclosed video report from San Diego.

How Teledyne Marine Helps Tsunami Warnings

Fri, 13 Nov 2015 01:00:00 GMT

Introduction to ADCPs for Water Resources Applications

Wed, 27 May 2015 02:00:00 GMT

An introduction to Teledyne RDI's Water Resources product line.

TRDI-Support-Sentinel V-Compass Calibration

Fri, 06 Feb 2015 01:00:00 GMT

This video walks the user through how to calibrate their Sentinel V ADCP prior to deployment.

Sentinel V-Major Hardware Components

Tue, 03 Jun 2014 02:00:00 GMT

This video walks the user through each of the major hardware components (standard and optional) for the Sentinel V ADCP.

Sentinel V-Battery Pack Replacement

Fri, 23 May 2014 02:00:00 GMT

Teledyne RDI Sentinel V General Maintenance Video: Learn how to replace the battery pack in your Sentinel V ADCP

Sentinel V-End Cap Removal

Fri, 23 May 2014 02:00:00 GMT

Teledyne RDI Sentinel V General Maintenance Video: Learn how to remove and replace the Sentinel V ADCP End Cap.

Chinese Translation - Teledyne RDI: Introduction to ADCPs for Water Resources...

Fri, 11 Oct 2013 02:00:00 GMT

Discover how Teledyne RD Instruments Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs) are being used to flow and discharge in rivers and streams.

Spanish Translation -Teledyne RDI: Introduction to ADCPs for Water Resources...

Fri, 11 Oct 2013 02:00:00 GMT

Discover how Teledyne RD Instruments Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs) are being used to flow and discharge in rivers and streams. (Spanish Translation)