Ørsted Picks Rovco for Offshore Wind O&M Work in US
remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), coupled with its simultaneous location and mapping SubSLAM technology.This will provide live stream inspections and precise real-time 3D reconstructions of site assets, supporting decision-making onshore. The full site data capture will also give Ørsted detailed insight into both the structures themselves and the surrounding environment.The agreement with Ørsted is a key development in Rovco’s expansion plans for the U.S., the company said. The Ørsted contract, along with other framework agreements, will enable the creation of 25 new roles that
Weather Data Gathering Project Underway for US Offshore Wind
essential for maximizing wind plant output.“The major goal of WFIP3 is to characterize the wind energy environment and what processes impact the wind speeds at hub-height,” said Dave Turner, manager of NOAA’s Atmospheric Science for Renewable Energy Program. “We want to use these insights to improve NOAA’s operational weather prediction models, which often serve as the foundational forecasts for the energy community in their daily management of their wind plants.”Over the last three months, researchers have deployed remote sensing instruments, offshore buoys, and towers
Voyis Provides Subsea Tech for Galápagos Coral Expedition
National Park.The Galápagos Islands, renowned for their unique biodiversity, are home to a multitude of cold-water corals, including those residing in vertical habitats.Taking place from September 18 to October 19, 2023, the expedition was equipped with advanced technology, including Voyis' Insight Micro laser scanner, to unlock the secrets of these vertical coral reefs.The laser is able to create a detailed 3D reconstruction of the coral habitat, including cliff morphology and biological layers.Using the ROV SuBastian as a survey vehicle, the team mapped the vertical reefs with unparalleled
World's Largest Known Deep-sea Coral Reef Habitat Found
for the Ocean Exploration Trust and lead author of the study. "Approximately 75% of the global ocean is still unmapped in any kind of detail, but many organizations are working to change that. This study provides a methodology aimed at interpreting mapping data over large ocean regions for insights into seafloor habitats and advancing standardized approaches to classifying them to support ecosystem-based management and conservation efforts."For the study, "Mapping and Geomorphic Characterization of the Vast Cold-Water Coral Mounds of the Blake Plateau," scientists synthesized
Metocean Survey Launched for Floating Offshore Wind Farm Project in Scotland
a joint venture between Ørsted, Simply Blue Group, and Subsea 7, has launched floating LiDAR and wave buoys as part of the metocean campaign for the proposed floating offshore wind farm project off the north-east of Scotland. The survey, conducted by Fugro, will run for 12 months and produce insights that will inform the project's design, operations, and maintenance strategy, as well as support the planning application process. Two floating SEAWATCH Wind Lidar Buoys and a Wavescan buoy have been deployed to gather essential meteorological, oceanographic, and environmental site data
MTR100: Underwater Cameras, Lights and Ocean Landers
;MacArtney/LuxusOutland Technology (LA) Reach Robotics (AUS) (formerly Blueprint Labs) Remote Ocean Systems (CA)ROVSCO (TX) Sidus Solutions (CA)SubAqua Imaging (CA) SubC Imaging (NL) Teledyne Marine/Bowtech (DK) ConclusionsBuilding you own underwater imaging system provides insight to what manufacturers have faced, and what questions to ask sales reps. You can see the engineering behind a commercial design because you’ve done it. You can also spot mistakes. Cameras for ROVs, which are in and out of the water frequently, can get away with some dissimilar materials, such
EIVA Containerized ROTV to the Royal Navy
fully equipped 20-ft. cube container module and launch and recovery system, supplied by SH Defence, part of SH Group. The ScanFish L ROTV will be equipped with multiple sensors, including but not limited to Sonardyne’s SPRINT-Nav Mini hybrid INS/DVL and Voyis’ Observer Pro optical camera and Insight Pro laser scanner. The system will benefit from EIVA's NaviSuite software for efficiently processing and analysing the collected data, enhancing users’. Moreover, the presence of two dedicated workstations within the container will ensure the system's full operational capability and
Countdown is On for SPE Offshore Europe 2023
time. The new colour-coded trail will highlight exhibitors across all three halls who have a relevant solution to help accelerate the energy transition. Visitors can follow the colour-coded trail via the app, catalogue, website or floorplans and signage to engage with the latest transition solutions and insights. The Energy Transition Theatre will return this year and a new Energy Transition Zone will feature in addition to net zero topics having a significant presence in the panel and technical conference programmes.A new Offshore Wind Theatre will host discussions on the role of offshore wind in the
Mega Machine Deep Driller: JOIDES Resolution
never before. “We are really excited to be able to continue drilling in sites that were previously drilled in 395C as this has given us a reliable image about both dates and conditions back through the Miocene,” said Field.The sediment cores from Expedition 395 will provide unprecedented insight into mantle dynamics and how these influence changes in the planet’s interior, oceans and climate. The relationships between Earth’s natural processes is a complex one, as well as a precursor for future climate mitigation and adaptation. With each core the JR collects, one more
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