Enabling Ocean Research in the 21st Century: Implementation of a Network of Ocean Observatories

National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Ocean Studies Board,Committee on the Implementation of a Seafloor Observatory Network for Oceanographic Research

Enabling Ocean Research in the 21st Century: Implementation of a Network of Ocean Observatories
Format
Paperback
Publisher
National Academies Press
Country
United States
Published
14 December 2003
Pages
244
ISBN
9780309089906

Enabling Ocean Research in the 21st Century: Implementation of a Network of Ocean Observatories

National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Ocean Studies Board,Committee on the Implementation of a Seafloor Observatory Network for Oceanographic Research

As the importance of the oceans to society grows, so does the need to understand their variation on many temporal and spatial scales. This need to understand ocean change is compelling scientists to move beyond traditional expeditionary modes of investigation. Observing systems will enable the study of processes in the ocean basins over varying timescales and spatial scales, providing the scientific basis for addressing important societal concerns such as climate change, natural hazards, and the health and viability of living and non-living resources along our coasts and in the open ocean. This book evaluates the scientific and technical readiness to move ahead with the establishment of a research-driven ocean observatory network, and highlights outstanding issues. These include: the status of planning and development, factors that affect the timing of construction and installation, the cost and requirements for maintenance and operations, needs for sensor development and data management, the impact on availability of ships and deep submergence facilities, the role of research-based observatories within national and international operational ocean observing systems being developed and implemented.

This item is not currently in-stock. It can be ordered online and is expected to ship in approx 4 weeks

Our stock data is updated periodically, and availability may change throughout the day for in-demand items. Please call the relevant shop for the most current stock information. Prices are subject to change without notice.

Sign in or become a Readings Member to add this title to a wishlist.