ROV Manual (eBook)

A User Guide for Observation Class Remotely Operated Vehicles

Robert D Christ, Robert L. Wernli Sr (Autoren)

eBook Download: PDF

2011 | 1. Auflage
320 Seiten
Elsevier Science (Verlag)
978-0-08-055016-9 (ISBN)

Infos

"Many underwater operations that were once carried out by divers can now be carried out more efficiently and with less risk with Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). This is the first ROV 'how-to' manual for those involved with smaller observation class ROVs used for surveying, inspection, observation and research purposes. As ROV technology becomes increasingly efficient and affordable, their use is rapidly spreading throughout a myriad of industries, everything from aquaculture to port and harbour security to underwater crime scene investigation, marine salvage, deep sea archaeology and commercial diving - even deep sea rescue missions are handled by ROVs. Any industry involved with underwater investigation and surveying will inevitably rely on these machines. The ROV Manual is the first user guide to provide complete training and knowledge on ROV operations for engineers, technicians or underwater recreational enthusiasts, whether working inland or offshore.

*The first book to focus on observation class ROV underwater deployment and usage in real conditions for industrial, commercial, scientific and recreational tasks
*A complete user guide to ROV operation with basic information on the usage of underwater robotics and navigation equipment to obtain mission results quickly and efficiently
*Ideal for anyone involved with ROVs whether in research, business or leisure underwater activities, or for heavier offshore projects, complete with self-learning questions and answers"

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The ROV Manual: A User Guide for Observation-Class Remotely Operated Vehicles is the first manual to provide a basic "e;"e;How To"e;"e; for using small observation-class ROVs for surveying, inspection and research procedures. It serves as a user guide that offers complete training and information about ROV operations for technicians, underwater activities enthusiasts, and engineers working offshore. The book focuses on the observation-class ROV and underwater uses for industrial, recreational, commercial, and scientific studies. It provides information about marine robotics and navigation tools used to obtain mission results and data faster and more efficiently. This manual also covers two common denominators: the technology and its application. It introduces the basic technologies needed and their relationship to specific requirements; and it helps identify the equipment essential for a cost-effective and efficient operation. This user guide can be invaluable in marine research and surveying, crime investigations, harbor security, military and coast guarding, commercial boating, diving and fishing, nuclear energy and hydroelectric inspection, and ROV courses in marine and petroleum engineering.*The first book to focus on observation class ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle) underwater deployment in real conditions for industrial, commercial, scientific and recreational tasks *A complete user guide to ROV operation with basic information on underwater robotics and navigation equipment to obtain mission results quickly and efficiently *Ideal for anyone involved with ROVs complete with self-learning questions and answers

Inhalt

Front cover 1
The ROV Manual: A User Guide for Observation-Class Remotely Operated Vehicles 4
Copyright page 5
Contents 6
Foreword 10
Preface 12
Acknowledgments 14
History and dedication 16
Introduction 18
Chapter 1 A bit of history 20
1.1 Introduction 20
1.2 What is an ROV? 20
1.3 In the beginning 21
1.4 Today's observation-class vehicles 27
Chapter 2 ROV design 30
2.1 Underwater vehicles to ROVs 30
2.2 Autonomy plus: 'why the tether?' 32
2.3 The ROV 37
Chapter 3 ROV components 65
3.1 Mechanical and electro/mechanical systems 66
3.2 Primary subsystems 77
3.3 Electrical considerations 83
3.4 Control systems 90
Chapter 4 Underwater acoustics and positioning 100
4.1 Underwater acoustics 100
4.2 Acoustic positioning 115
Chapter 5 Sonar 144
5.1 Sonar basics 144
5.2 Sonar types and interpretation 161
5.3 Sonar techniques 174
Chapter 6 Oceanography 181
6.1 Distribution of water on Earth 181
6.2 Properties of water 181
6.3 Coastal zone classifications and bottom types 209
6.4 Effects of wave pattern upon ROV operation 210
Chapter 7 Environment and navigation 212
7.1 The 3D environment 212
7.2 The necessity of achieving objectives through navigation 216
7.3 Currents and tether management 221
Chapter 8 Homeland security 226
8.1 Concept of operations 226
8.2 Tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) 226
8.3 Operating characteristics of ROV size categories 227
8.4 Port security needs 227
8.5 Underwater environment of ports 228
8.6 Navigation accessories 229
8.7 Techniques for accomplishing port security tasks 231
8.8 Development of TTPs for port security 233
8.9 Results of procedures testing by sizes 233
Chapter 9 Explosive ordnance disposal and mine countermeasures 238
9.1 Background 238
9.2 EOD applications 241
9.3 MCM today 241
Chapter 10 Public safety diving 248
10.1 Public safety diving defined 248
10.2 Mission objectives and finding items underwater with the ROV 248
10.3 When to use the diver/when to use the ROV 249
10.4 Search theory and electronic search techniques 250
Chapter 11 Commercial, scientific, and archeological 261
11.1 Video documentation 261
11.2 High current operations 263
11.3 Operations on or near the bottom 264
11.4 Enclosed structure penetrations 265
11.5 Aquaculture 273
11.6 Documentation and disposition 274
Chapter 12 Standard operating procedures 275
12.1 Overall operational objectives 275
12.2 Equipment mobilization 276
12.3 Operational considerations 276
12.4 Pre-dive operations and checks 279
12.5 Specific considerations for operational deployment of ROVs 282
12.6 Task list and guidelines 286
12.7 Post-dive procedures 297
Chapter 13 Servicing and troubleshooting 298
13.1 Maintenance 298
13.2 Basics of ROV troubleshooting 299
13.3 Tools and spares for field work 301
13.4 Standard preventative maintenance checklist 302
13.5 Operational forms 302
Chapter 14 Putting it all together 308
14.1 Attention to detail 308
14.2 Training and personnel qualifications 308
14.3 Equipment setup considerations 309
14.4 Division of responsibility 309
14.5 Boat handling 310
14.6 Marking the target(s) 310
14.7 Methods for navigating to the target 312
14.8 Sonar/ROV interaction 313
Appendix A: Test questions and answers 315
Bibliography 322
Index 324
A 324
B 324
C 324
D 324
E 325
F 325
G 325
H 325
I 325
J 325
K 325
L 325
M 325
N 325
O 326
P 326
R 326
S 326
T 327
U 327
V 327
W 327

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 1.4.2011
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Natur / Technik ► Fahrzeuge / Flugzeuge / Schiffe ► Schiffe
• Themenwelt: Informatik ► Theorie / Studium ► Künstliche Intelligenz / Robotik
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Geowissenschaften ► Hydrologie / Ozeanografie
• Themenwelt: Technik ► Bauwesen
• Themenwelt: Technik ► Bergbau
• Themenwelt: Technik ► Elektrotechnik / Energietechnik
• Themenwelt: Technik ► Fahrzeugbau / Schiffbau
• Themenwelt: Technik ► Maschinenbau
• Themenwelt: Wirtschaft
• ISBN-10: 0-08-055016-9 / 0080550169
• ISBN-13: 978-0-08-055016-9 / 9780080550169