The table below indicates the minimum recommended buoy ballast weights for each NexSens data buoy, assuming no additional topside weight and calm environmental conditions. Included instrument cages mounted to the buoy frame help stabilize the buoy and provide a deeper location for mounting additional weight. The small model instrument cage (10 lbs.) is included with […]
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Data Buoy Storage Requirements
The following buoy storage requirements are required when storing a CB-Series data buoy with an X2-CB data logger: Storage Requirements Store the buoy in a dry environment that is kept above freezing. A climate-controlled location may be necessary. Extremely cold temperatures can negatively impact the performance of the batteries. Cold or excessively fluctuating storage temperatures […]
Offshore Buoy Monitoring Systems
Offshore buoy monitoring systems, the advanced instruments they carry, and the data they provide are used in a broad range of applications. Some of these include scientific research, marine and weather forecasting and more.
Using Data Buoys for Water Quality Monitoring
These data buoys enable quick, easy deployment yet remain stable and keep sending data, no matter the surrounding conditions.
Lake Temperature Profile
Carleton College
A water quality monitoring buoy with radio telemetry transmits data from Upper Lyman lake to the geology laboratory at Carleton College.
On-Line Dissolved Oxygen Monitoring
American Electric Power
The Racine Hydroelectric Plant continually monitors dissolved oxygen in the Ohio River to ensure levels do not fall out of regulation.
Airport Stormwater Monitoring
Greater Orlando Aviation Authority
To meet Clean Water Act goals and ensure the effectiveness of its stormwater pollution prevention plan, GOAA developed a monitoring program.
Estuarine Monitoring
Old Woman Creek NERR
An automated water monitoring system was installed at Old Woman Creek Nature Preserve to help inform preservation efforts.