SVP-B drifter built by METOCEAN: Use and deployment instructions. Version 2.
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2006Author
Blouch, Pierre
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6pp.
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The SVP-B buoy is a lagrangian drifter based on the specifications of the Barometer Drifter
Construction Manual issued by the Data Buoy Cooperation Panel. Built by METOCEAN Data Systems,
it is designed for a minimum 12 months continuous unattended collection of meteorological and
oceanographic data. Data consisting of platform position, sea surface temperature, barometric
pressure, and battery voltage are relayed through the Argos system......
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Meteo-France, Centre de Meteorologie MarineBrest, France
Document Language
enMaturity Level
TRL 8 Actual system completed and "mission qualified" through test and demonstration in an operational environment (ground or space)Best Practice Type
Standard Operating ProcedureCitation
Blouche, P. (2006) SVP-B drifter built by METOCEAN: Use and deployment instructions. Version 2. Brest, France, Meteo-France, Centre de Meteorologie Marine, 6pp. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.25607/OBP-434Collections