Title :
On the performance of three deep-diving underwater gliders
Author :
Griffiths, Gwyn ; Merckelbach, Lucas ; Smeed, David
Author_Institution :
Nat. Oceanogr. Centre, Southampton
Abstract :
Underwater gliders with a diving capability to 1000 m provide a new tool with which to make physical measurements to aid our understanding of processes in the ocean. Prior to experiments designed to observe deep convection, we carried out a series of trials using three 1000 m Slocum electric gliders. Here we report on the performance of the deep buoyancy engine and the glider energy consumption and efficiency.
Keywords :
convection; oceanographic equipment; oceanographic techniques; underwater vehicles; Slocum electric gliders; deep buoyancy engine; deep convection; deep-diving underwater gliders; glider energy consumption; glider energy efficiency; ocean physical measurements; ocean process; Bellows; Energy consumption; Engines; Ocean temperature; Petroleum; Robustness; Satellite communication; Sea measurements; Sea surface; Underwater vehicles; underwater vehicles;
Conference_Titel :
OCEANS 2007 - Europe
Conference_Location :
Aberdeen
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-0635-7
Electronic_ISBN :
978-1-4244-0635-7
DOI :
10.1109/OCEANSE.2007.4302200
