A portable, electronic-focusing sonar system for AUVs

From: Sea Technology | Date: August 1, 2003| Author: Broadstone, Steven R; Impagliazzo, John M; Chiang, Alice M | Copyright information

Technology for Three-Dimensional Sonar Imaging Using a Two-Dimensional Sparse Array

A portable sonar system is needed for reconnaissance in shallow and very shallow waters, which are often the most difficult for military personnel to traverse due to underwater mines and obstructions. Currently, the discovery of these objects is performed by touch in cold, murky water, often at night and under low-light conditions. A 3D sonar mounted on an AUV and possessing good imaging capabilities ha...

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