Lake Geneva’s depth (over 300m at its deepest point) makes it a good place to measure waves without bathymetric influences, and is sometimes called the “pocket ocean.”

Measuring Wave Characteristics on Lake Geneva

Limnology Center at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Lakes are fascinating ecosystems, and provide valuable resources for drinking water, aquaculture, and recreation. But they are also extremely sensitive to climate and land-use changes. Lake Geneva (or Lac Léman) sits along the France-Switzerland border and is home to LéXPLORE, a unique floating laboratory used to assess the impact of global changes and monitor lake […]

Read More

X3-SUB Logger SIM Card Installation

The cellular model of the X3-SUB Submersible Data Logger contains an internal modem for cellular telemetry. The SIM card slot on the modem is compatible with 4G-capable SIM cards that are a 3FF SIM size (12 x 15 mm; Micro-SIM). Before purchasing or installing a SIM card, ensure the SIM is set up according to […]

Read More

X3-SUB Submersible Data Logger Overview

The X3-SUB is a rugged, self-powered remote data logger system specifically designed for offshore use without fear of accidental flooding. It automatically recognizes sensors and sends data to the WQData LIVE web data center via cellular or satellite telemetry. There, data is presented on a fully-featured and easy-to-use dashboard where remote, real-time communication with the […]

Read More