NTU Real-Time Mooring

The ATLAS ocean-atmosphere observation buoy (NTU Buoy), deployed by the Institute of Oceanography at National Taiwan University, is a moored buoy system specially designed for long-term deep-sea monitoring. It features autonomous power supply and real-time data transmission capabilities. The buoy tower is equipped with various meteorological sensors, including anemometers, humidity and temperature probes, radiometers, and barometers, enabling real-time monitoring of surface weather conditions.

The underwater section houses multi-depth CTD sensors (SBE37, SBE39 series) and an acoustic Doppler current profiler (Aquadopp), covering ocean profiles from the surface down to 3000 meters. Designed with low power consumption, the system transmits data every 18 minutes via Iridium satellites, allowing for high-frequency observations during typhoon events.

Its modular structure and high reliability make it a vital platform for ocean science research, climate monitoring, and disaster early warning.