Learning & reference
Resources
Tutorials, videos, and technical notes from over two decades in hydrographic surveying.
Tutorials & Videos
3 articles
Tutorial
Sidescan Basics I
An introduction to sidescan sonar — how it works, what it measures, and how to interpret the imagery.
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Tutorial
Sidescan Basics II
A deeper look at sidescan sonar operations, towfish geometry, range selection, and survey planning.
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Video
The History and Importance of Hydrography
A lecture by Charles Brennan tracing the history and ongoing importance of hydrographic surveying.
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Technical Notes
2 articles
Technical note
Multibeam Backscatter Grazing Angle
How grazing angle affects multibeam backscatter response, and what it means for multispectral analysis.
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Technical note
Stop Using DGPS!
Why DGPS is no longer the right choice for positioning in hydrographic surveys, and what to use instead.
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