Evaluation of Production Meter Performance in a Fine-Grained Sediment Environment.

Abstract

This Technical Note provides information that will be useful in estimating the merits of a dredge production meter system. It summarizes the testing and evaluation of a production meter system installed on the hopper per dredge Wheeler while dredging in a fine-grained sediment environment. Production meter data are used to calculate hopper load for a comparison to the more conventional method of using a load-displacement meter for load determination Issues such as instrument accuracy and dependability are addressed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1992
Accession Number
ADA366736

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  • Accuracy
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