Oceanographic Cruise Summary, Gulf of Mexico.

Abstract

A reconnaissance of the Gulf of Mexico was conducted during February - June 1968. Data collected included: seismic reflection profiles, 12 kHz bathymetry, 3.5 kHz normal incidence, total magnetic intensity, bottom sediments sound velocimeter casts, Nausen casts and sea-surface temperature measurements. Preliminary analysis of the data posed interesting questions. Diapirs were recorded on northern and southern tracks and further attempts will be made to link these structures together. A special shoal survey was done off Tampico, Mexico and no hazard to navigation was located. The data will be used primarily to assist in the planning of a cooperative survey in the Gulf with the U. S. Geological Survey. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1968
Accession Number
AD0850613

Entities

People

  • Robert H. Feden
  • Robert S. Rushton

Organizations

  • Naval Oceanographic Office

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Bathymetry
  • Geological Surveys
  • Intensity
  • Measurement
  • Navigation
  • Reconnaissance
  • Reflection
  • Sea Surface Temperature
  • Sediments
  • Seismic Reflection
  • Surface Temperature
  • Surveys
  • Velocimeters

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Oceanography.
  • Systems Analysis and Design