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The 3D visualisation software we use is Fledermaus - a powerful, interactive 4D (space and time) data visualisation software developed by QPS. Fledermaus software is used for a variety of ocean mapping applications, such as multibeam depth editing, environmental surveys, undersea mining and seabed geology research. |
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Sidescan sonar uses sound energy reflected off the seabed to reveal the detailed texture or roughness of the seafloor. Unlike echosounders which only measure depth, a sidescan sonar records an image of the seabed by measuring the strength of returned echoes. |
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A rock dredge is a large bag made of metal chain links attached to a simple heavy frame that keeps the bag expanded. The dredge is lowered off the back of a ship to the seafloor and dragged along to collect large pieces of rock. |
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