Title :
A microstructure flux profiler control system design
Author :
Evans, Michael E.
Author_Institution :
Defense Sci. & Tech. Organ., Salisbury, SA, Australia
fDate :
1/1/1993 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A microstructure flux profiler (MFP) which uses variation of its buoyancy to maintain the speed required for data logging is detailed. The variation of buoyancy to control speed is uncommon among profilers, and the autonomous operation of this device allows a much greater degree of flexibility in the data collection. The complete development of the control system, from modeling through simulation and control system design to commissioning, is examined, and the performance is reviewed
Keywords :
control system synthesis; data acquisition; oceanographic equipment; physical instrumentation control; buoyancy control; commissioning; conductivity; control system design; data collection; data logging; estuaries; microstructure flux profiler; modeling; pressure; reservoirs; simulation; temperature; Conductivity; Control system synthesis; Control systems; Displacement control; Microstructure; Ocean temperature; Pressure control; Reservoirs; Temperature control; Water resources;
Journal_Title :
Oceanic Engineering, IEEE Journal of
