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Title: Mapping with side-scan sonar

Journal Article · · Offshore; (United States)
OSTI ID:6153128
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The use of sideways scanning sonar as a technique for detailed sea-floor mapping is described in this article. Sea-floor mapping of the continental shelf is becoming increasingly necessary for the development of oil and gas resources. More recently attempts are being made to extend the survey capabilities to deeper water shelf margins, slopes, and basins. Conventional systems, digital systems, survey ranges, data processing, mosaics, and applications are discussed. (DMC)

Research Organization:
Louisiana State Univ., Baton Rouge
OSTI ID:
6153128
Journal Information:
Offshore; (United States), Vol. 41:4
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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