Method and system for detecting water depth and piloting vessels

Details Method and system for detecting water depth and piloting vessels Method and system for detecting water depth and piloting vessels

1984-10-01

1988-07-12

Terapane, John F.

Communications, electrical: acoustic wave systems and devices

Echo systems

Returned signal used for control

367 95, G01S 1502, G01S 1588, G01S 1589

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active

047574810

ABSTRACT:
The depth of water ahead of a vessel is detected by sonar means carried aboard a drone stationed by radio control ahead of the vessel. Detected depth information is transmitted from the drone to the vessel where it is displayed for use by the vessel pilot in navigating shallow waters.

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patent: 3922630 (1975-11-01), Murphree
patent: 3922632 (1975-11-01), Murphree

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