Coastal Observing Research and Development Center

CBLAST Assembly

 


Above: The topcap electronics package, in
particular the DSP system, prior to being
installed in the topcap.

Above: All CBLAST topcaps and their electronics.

 


Above: Assembled CBLAST floats.

Above: A tribute to the Hurricane Hunters.

 


Above: Conductivity & temperature sensor
mounted in topcap perpendicular to long axis
of float.

Above: Close-up of topcaps on assembled floats.

 


Above: Close-up of topcaps with OPTODE
sensor.

Above: Close-up of OPTODE sensor.

 


Above: Float being packaged in air
deployment box.

Above: Fully rigged float, ready for
air deployment.

 


 

Disclaimer: WARNING: These real-time ocean current measurements are experimental and have not undergone any error-checking or quality assurance efforts. While considerable effort has gone into ensuring the highest quality data, significant differences between measured currents and actual currents can occur. This information should not be used to make any navigational or other decisions that might endanger public safety or put anyone at significant risk. These are not official data products of the University of California. We reserve the right to ADD, CHANGE or DELETE any product WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.