The Silent Sentinels: Wave Gliders and the Future of Oceanographic Data Collection

Mariyak (Autor)

Buch | Softcover

124 Seiten

2024
tredition (Verlag)
978-3-384-24608-0 (ISBN)

Infos

Dive into the future of ocean exploration with "The Silent Sentinels: Wave Gliders and the Future of Oceanographic Data Collection." This book unveils the potential of wave gliders, innovative unmanned vehicles that harness the power of waves to silently gather crucial data from our oceans.Move beyond traditional research vessels with limited reach and high operating costs. Wave gliders offer a game-changing solution. They traverse vast distances, collecting a wide range of data, from temperature and salinity to plankton abundance and ocean currents."The Silent Sentinels" explores the science behind wave gliders, delving into their unique design and propulsion systems. You'll learn how these autonomous vehicles navigate the oceans, overcoming challenges like weather and currents.The book goes beyond technical aspects, showcasing the real-world applications of wave gliders. Explore how they are revolutionizing our understanding of climate change, marine ecosystems, and even pollution patterns."The Silent Sentinels" is your gateway to a fascinating future where silent sentinels silently explore the vast expanse of our oceans, providing us with the critical data needed to protect and preserve this vital resource.

Autor

Dr. Mariyak, a renowned expert in Xhosa cultural studies, brings her depth of knowledge to "IsiXhosa Fathering: The Intlawulo Effect." Through years of academic research and community engagement, Dr. Mariyak has gained a profound understanding of Xhosa traditions, particularly those surrounding fatherhood and intlawulo. Her scholarly publications have garnered acclaim, while her dedication to cultural preservation has led her to collaborate with Xhosa communities on initiatives that strengthen families. Dr. Mariyak's passion for fostering a deeper understanding of intlawulo is evident in this book. "IsiXhosa Fathering: The Intlawulo Effect" offers a powerful resource for anyone seeking to navigate this significant cultural practice and its impact on Xhosa fatherhood.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 1.6.2024
• Verlagsort: uk
• Sprache: englisch
• Maße: 155 x 234 mm
• Gewicht: 217 g
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Teilgebiete der Geschichte ► Technikgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Technik
• Schlagworte: Autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) • biological oceanography • Chemical Oceanography • Climate Change Research • Environmental monitoring • Long-term data collection • Marine science and research • Oceanographic data collection • Physical Oceanography • Remote Sensing • Solar power • Wave energy propulsion • Wave Gliders
• ISBN-10: 3-384-24608-X / 338424608X
• ISBN-13: 978-3-384-24608-0 / 9783384246080
• Zustand: Neuware