Title :
Detailed circulation and stratification features from an Arctic observing system
Author :
Winsor, Peter ; Statscewich, Hank ; Weingartner, Thomas J. ; Potter, Rachel
Author_Institution :
Sch. of Fisheries & Ocean Sci., UAF, Fairbanks, AK, USA
Abstract :
We present high-resolution space-time dependent observations of circulation and stratification features in the Chukchi Sea, Arctic Ocean from an observing system consisting of AUV gliders, HF radars, drifters, and sub-surface moorings. These unique high-latitude observations show a more complex, dynamic and high-energy ocean environment than previously reported in the Arctic. We also present examples of imminent technology needs for high-latitude areas.
Keywords :
oceanographic equipment; oceanographic regions; AUV gliders; Arctic Ocean; Arctic observing system; Chukchi Sea; HF radar; HF radars; circulation features; high-energy ocean environment; high-resolution space-time dependent observations; stratification features; sub-surface moorings; Aquaculture; Arctic; Educational institutions; Radar; Sea surface; Surface topography; AUV; Arctic Ocean; HF radar; gliders; moorings; ocean observing; physical oceanography;
Conference_Titel :
OCEANS, 2012 - Yeosu
Conference_Location :
Yeosu
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4577-2089-5
DOI :
10.1109/OCEANS-Yeosu.2012.6263619