A wave buoy measures amplitude and possibly direction of waves and swell.
Principle:
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Buoy on which one accelerometer is installed . More than one accelerometer is requested for directional wave.
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Vertical acceleration is measured and buoy vertical movements are inferred and recorded.
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Data are transmitted on line trough a wireless modem to shore for processing.
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Mooring of the buoy on a dead weight and mooring line.
Real time data processing trough dedicated software.
This type of equipment although conventional remains very reliable.
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Waves amplitudes and tide height measurements.
Real time Utilization :
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Aid to marine navigation and vessel berthing and mooring.
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Sea conditions monitoring for worksite supervision.
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