SPAR: Seagoing Platform for Acoustic Research,

Abstract

SPAR (Seagoing Platform for Acoustic Research) is a stable oceanographic platform designed for precise study of the basic acoustic and oceanographic characteristics of the ocean. When operating at sea, the platform is placed in the vertical position with six-sevenths of its surface underwater. This report emphasizes the physical properties of the platform, its equipment, and the general methods used in the collection of data. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 17, 1969
Accession Number
AD0716034

Entities

People

  • Robert C. Carr

Organizations

  • Naval Ordnance Laboratory

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Machines
  • Materials Handling Equipment
  • Mechanical Equipment
  • Physical Properties
  • Platforms

Readers

  • Atmospheric Science / Meteorology, specifically Wind Wave Turbulence.
  • Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering.
  • Sensor Fusion and Tracking Systems.