Description
Book SynopsisA training and reference guide to the use of observation class ROVs for surveying, inspection, and research purposes. Intended for marine and offshore engineers and technicians using ROVs, it is also suitable for use by ROV designers and project managers in client companies making use of ROV technology.
Table of ContentsPart 1: Industry and Environment 1. The ROV Business 2. Oceanography Part 2: Vehicle 3. Theory and Standards 4. Vehicle Control 5. Floatation and Frame 6. Thrusters 7. Telemetry and Communications 8. Tether 9. LARS and TMS 10. Video 11. Vehicle Sensors Part 3: Payload Sensors 12. Sensor Theory 13. Communications 14. Underwater Acoustics 15. Sonar 16. Acoustic Positioning 17. Navigational Sensors 18. Ancillary Sensors Part 4: Manipulators and Tooling 19. Manipulators 20. Tooling Part 5: In The Field 21. Practical Applications 22. Standard Operating Procedures 23. The Future of ROV Technology
