Title :
Mini-probes: a new dimension in offshore in situ testing
Author :
Young, Alan C. ; Babb, Lowell V. ; Boggess, Ronald L.
Author_Institution :
Fugro-McClelland Inc., Houston, TX, USA
fDate :
31 Oct-2 Nov 1988
Abstract :
Recent development of a series of miniature probes for acquiring geoscience data is described. Because of the small probe size, pushing mechanisms are also scaled down (1000 kg, typically). Handling equipment onboard oceanographic research vessels is suitable for deployment of the self-contained miniprobe systems. Installation of the systems on remotely-operated-vehicles also appears feasible. Penetrations to 12.2 m have been achieved
Keywords :
geophysical equipment; oceanographic equipment; sediments; ROV; core penetrator; marine sediment; miniature probes; miniprobe; oceanographic research; remotely-operated-vehicles; seafloor geology; submarine; underwater vehicle; Drilling; Geology; Geoscience; Oceanographic techniques; Performance evaluation; Probes; Sampling methods; Sea floor; Sediments; System testing; Testing;
Conference_Titel :
OCEANS '88. A Partnership of Marine Interests. Proceedings
Conference_Location :
Baltimore, MD
DOI :
10.1109/OCEANS.1988.23538
