Experiences with the Operation of a Commercially-Available Deep-Water AUV

The demand for deepwater (>1000 m) autonomous underwater vehicles is increasing but scientific applications are restricted due to complexity and cost of development and operation. We have acquired a commercially-available deep- water AUV and are presently operating it from vessels of opportunity....

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Main Authors: Williams, J.L., Asper, V.L., Taylor, G.H.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Chemical sensors
Costs
Marine vehicles
Oceans
Remotely operated vehicles
Sea floor
Sonar detection
Sonar navigation
Space technology
Underwater vehicles
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Summary:The demand for deepwater (>1000 m) autonomous underwater vehicles is increasing but scientific applications are restricted due to complexity and cost of development and operation. We have acquired a commercially-available deep- water AUV and are presently operating it from vessels of opportunity. Experiences gained from both the development process and field operations are discussed and generally applicable recommendations are abstracted from specific events.
ISSN:0197-7385
DOI:10.1109/OCEANS.2007.4449281