Workhorse Sentinel Self-Contained 600KHz

Workhorse Sentinel Self-Contained 600KHz

Category: Workhorse ADCP

Model: Workhorse Sentinel Self-Contained 600KHz

Brand: Teledyne RD Instruments

Quantity: 1

Instrument: Non-shipboard Instrument

Equipment Condition: Normal

Maintenance Manager

Shiang-Chih Shie
Technician I
(02)3366-6884
scshie@ntu.edu.tw

Function Description

Main Features and Characteristics

Doppler Effect Technology: The WORKHORSE series velocity meter utilizes Doppler principles by emitting ultrasonic waves and measuring the reflected waves. The frequency change is then used to calculate the flow velocity. This technology provides high-precision flow velocity measurements, especially under complex water flow conditions (such as rivers, oceans, lakes, etc.).

High Resolution and Accuracy: The series offers high resolution and accuracy, capable of measuring flow velocities ranging from a few centimeters per second to several meters per second. It also provides multi-level water flow measurements, making it suitable for complex water environments.

Multiple Measurement Modes: The WORKHORSE Doppler velocity meter supports various measurement modes, including single-point velocity measurement, velocity profile measurement, remote monitoring, and more. It can be flexibly configured based on actual needs.

Long-range Measurement Capability: This series of instruments can perform long-distance velocity measurements with powerful penetration, making it suitable for deeper water bodies and a wider range of measurement areas.

High Sensitivity and Stability: Even in dynamic water flow environments, Teledyne RD Instruments' WORKHORSE series velocity meters maintain stable operation and are capable of capturing subtle changes in flow velocity, providing accurate data for water flow monitoring.

Durable Design: The WORKHORSE velocity meter is designed with a rugged casing that can withstand harsh environmental conditions, making it suitable for long-term measurements in various water bodies such as oceans, rivers, and lakes.

High-frequency Data Collection and Real-time Monitoring: The instrument collects velocity data at high frequency and outputs the data in real-time to monitoring systems, facilitating immediate analysis and decision-making.

Versatile Applications: It is suitable for various hydrological and environmental monitoring applications, including water flow velocity monitoring, velocity profile measurement, tidal studies, river survey, and reservoir management.

Application Areas

Oceanography and Hydrology: The WORKHORSE velocity meter is an essential tool in oceanography and hydrology, providing precise data about water flow. It is valuable for studying water dynamics, tidal changes, ocean current patterns, and more.

Environmental Monitoring and Water Quality Research: In environmental monitoring, the velocity meter helps researchers understand how water flow dynamics affect water quality. It plays a crucial role in predicting water pollution, pollutant dispersion, and ecological environmental assessments.

Water Resources Engineering and Disaster Warning: The WORKHORSE velocity meter provides accurate flow velocity measurement data for water resource engineering. It is crucial for reservoir management, disaster warning, river design, and construction.

Port and Channel Survey: The instrument is used for measuring flow velocity in ports and waterways, contributing to evaluations of waterway safety, vessel operation, and water area planning.

Hydropower and Energy Research: In the field of hydropower, measuring water flow velocity is essential for evaluating turbine performance and improving power generation efficiency.

Borrowing Rules

Please contact the equipment technician.

Equipment Description

Applicable for sea areas with a depth of up to 200 meters, used for observing ocean currents.

Long-range mode
Frequency CELL SIZE (m) RANGE (m) Precision (cm/s)2
1200 kHz 2 24 3.5
600 kHz 4 70 3.5
300 kHz 8 165 3.5

Maintenance & Attendance Records

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