With over 70% of our planet covered by water, the ocean surface is one of the most important areas of our world. Almost all economic activity in our oceans takes place near the surface (e.g. maritime shipping, fisheries, aquaculture, marine renewable energy, recreation) and the interface between the ocean and the atmosphere is critical for predicting global weather and climate. In short, ocean weather matters. Yet, strangely enough, we also know almost nothing about it.
The buoy networks that provide accurate data are always anchored near the coast, in water depths usually less than a few hundred metres. In deeper water, far from the coast, extensive buoy networks are not economically viable. For weather information in the open ocean, we rely on a combination of visual observations by the crew and satellite-based proxy measurements. This information has limited accuracy and is available at irregular spatial and temporal intervals. In most places and most of the time, we have absolutely no information on real-time marine weather conditions. This complete lack of information affects safety at sea and severely limits our ability to predict and forecast weather events that develop and cross the ocean.
However, promising developments in marine sensor technology are helping us to overcome these challenges. Marine sensors help researchers and scientists gain insight into remote, hard-to-reach parts of the ocean. With this information, scientists can protect endangered species, improve ocean health, and better understand the effects of climate change.
Frankstar Technology focuses on providing high-quality wave sensors and wave buoys for monitoring waves and the ocean. We devote ourselves to ocean monitoring areas for a better understanding of our fantastic ocean.
Post time: Nov-21-2022