Towed Thermistor Chain Observations during MILDEX (Mixed Layer Dynamics Experiment).

Abstract

Observations of temperature and pressure in the upper 115 m of the Pacific Ocean were taken with a towed thermistor chain during October and November, 1983, as a part of the Mixed Layer Dynamics Experiment (MILDEX). The MILDEX area was approximately 400 nautical miles west of Santa Barbara. The chain was towed on four occasions for a total distance of approximately 2500 km. The observations were averaged over sequential 30-second intervals and isotherms depths were interpolated from the averaged observations. Cross-sections of temperature and isotherm depth are presented. Originator-supplied keywords: Towed thermistor chain, Upper ocean temperature, Horizontal variability, and Graphs.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1985
Accession Number
ADA158304

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  • C. A. Paulson
  • J. D. Wagner
  • J. V. Paduan
  • L. M. Dewitt
  • R. J. Baumann

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  • Oregon State University

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  • Sensors

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  • Dynamics
  • Internal Waves
  • Isotherms
  • Loran
  • Measurement
  • Measuring Instruments
  • Military Research
  • Observation
  • Oceanography
  • Oceans
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Pressure Measurement
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  • Surface Temperature
  • Thermistors
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