C-Boom Low Voltage Boomer, Towing system


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Field of research: Observation

Institution: Christian-Albrechts University Kiel, Institute of Geosciences, Marine Geosciences and Paleontology
Contact: Dr. rer. nat. Klaus Schwarzer
kls@gpi.uni-kiel.de
http://www.ifg.uni-kiel.de/384.html
Location: Gerätepool marin & Hydroakustik Labor, Neufeldtstra§e 10, Bldg. 23

Instrument

High resolution acoustic sound source

Technical Data/Features

Collecting seismic data in marine environments

  • Frequency of operation: 1760 hz
  • Resolution: 30 cm
  • Penetration: up to 100 m
  • Power load: 100 joules
  • Running Voltage: 600volts

Application

  • Coastal- and shelf environments
  • Geophysical J16 application
  • Can be used from small vessels as only 2 KV are J16 necessary

Keywords

Hydroacoustic, Shallow seismic, Marine Geology