Title :
Using manned submersibles to create 3D sonar scans of shipwrecks
Author :
Söhnlein, Guillermo ; Rush, Stockton ; Thompson, Lee
Author_Institution :
OceanGate, Seattle, WA, USA
Abstract :
This case study discusses OceanGate´s efforts to integrate BlueView Technologies´ new 3D sonar scanning system onto its manned submersible in support of nautical archaeology. The integration process is described, along with lessons learned on technical and operational considerations.
Keywords :
archaeology; underwater vehicles; 3D sonar scanning system; integration process; manned submersibles; nautical archaeology; shipwrecks; Head; Oceans; Sonar measurements; Three dimensional displays; USA Councils; Underwater vehicles;
Conference_Titel :
OCEANS 2011
Conference_Location :
Waikoloa, HI
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4577-1427-6
