ObserverBuoy 3m
Intelligent acoustic monitoring in harsh conditions
JASCO’s OceanObserver electronics suite in a 3-metre buoy. A rugged, highly-capable system for autonomous operation in harsh marine conditions. It performs onboard signal processing to produce:
Marine mammal detections
Ambient noise statistics
Impulse detections — seismic, sonar, or pile driving
Vessel source signatures
Other information products as desired
Marine mammal detections can include click events up to 256 kHz in frequency. The ObserverBuoy is controlled via an intuitive PC-based application that allows the system to be powered on/off or to be duty-cycled on a schedule.
Information can be relayed to shore via multiple wireless links, where it is made available online or distributed to users as emails. This allows stakeholders to control the system and receive the data via smartphone, tablet, or computer—ideal for on site users including marine mammal observers and construction monitoring personnel.
Specifications
| Main platform: | OceanObserver electronics suite — See Detailed Specifications |
| Onboard software: | PAMlab INT — See Brochure (PDF) |
| Detection and processing options: | Marine mammal detection whistles and moans Echolocation clicks (up to 256 kHz) Vessel noise signatures Ambient noise statistics Impulse detection — seismic, sonar, and pile driving |
| Local telemetry: | Wi-Fi Cellular VHF |
| Global telemetry: | Iridium |
| Acoustic sensors: | Omnidirectional hydrophones Directional sensors Small linear or spatial arrays |
| Hydrophone suspension: | Hydraulic flex cable |
| Other sensor options: | Oxygen Salinity Acidity/pH Depth Turbidity Orientation (roll-pitch-yaw) Temperature Others upon request |
| Power: | 4×100 W solar panels with 200 Ah lead acid battery provide power year-round |
| Maximum depth: | 2000 m |
Due to continued product improvement, these specifications are subject to change without notice.
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