The SEAWATCH Wavescan Wave Buoy is a versatile instrumentation platform ideally suited for collection and measurement of oceanographic, meteorological (metocean) and water quality data.
It has been designed to provide less drag and large buoyancy suitable for deep offshore and remote locations or areas with strong current forces. It’s innovative “wells” for subsea sensor mounting, ensure easy servicing and maintenance.
Features
- Uniquely designed to optimise wave direction measurements
- Full on-board processing of all measured data
- Two-way communication link for data transfer and control
- Real-time data transfer and presentation
- Flexible configuration of sensors and data collection
- Modular shaped hull for easy transport and local assembly
- Carrier for sensor clusters attached to inductive string.
- Provides hydro acoustic link to deep ocean observatories
- Designed for safe and easy handling and deployment
- Special design minimises mooring influence on buoy motion
- Robust and reliable in all temperature extremes
- Optional position tracker for increased safety and drift tracking
- Successful track record world-wide since 1985
Applications
- Offshore design and operations
- Meteorological and climatological studies
- Suitable for deepwater operations
- Harbour monitoring
- Coastal engineering
- Scientific studies
- Wave energy studies
- Maritime traffic control
- Water quality control studies