Deep-Pelagic Nekton Dynamics of the Gulf of Mexico (DEEPEND)- DP02 (EK80)

Patterns in acoustically derived biological scatter through the water column will be collected with multi-frequency scientific echosounders (Simrad EK60) operating at 18kHz, 38kHz, 70kHz and 120kHz following protocols developed during the NOAA NRDA DAP data collection operations. Specifically, during each cruise, transducers will be installed on a rigid pole mounted to the side of the ship, and calibrated at sea for operating conditions following protocols developed by Dr. Boswell during the ONSAP/DAP cruises. The dynamics of the mesopelagic scattering community will be examined through the depth dependent scattering responses at both frequencies (18 and 38kHz) as well as through the difference between the mean volume backscattering strength (MVBS; in dB) at 18 kHz and 38 kHz (dMVBS(18-38)). In addition, scatterers in the upper water column (~150m) will be examined by analyzing the all four available frequencies. By integrating both methods, the magnitude of biological scattering at discrete-depth intervals will be classified into major taxonomic components (e.g., fluid-like crustaceans, swimbladdered fishes) based on resonant properties and behavior. The biological data and ship data collected during this cruise are available in GRIIDC datasets R4.x257.226:0001 and R4.x257.226:0011, respectively.
  • Cite as: Kevin Boswell, Florida International University (2015): Water Column Sonar Data Collection (DP02, EK80). National Centers for Environmental Information, NOAA. doi:10.7289/V5RN35TF [access date]
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Distribution Formats
  • Simrad EK80 raw (.raw) format(Version:1)
    • File Specification: Simrad EK80 raw files. See the Simrad EK80 interface specification manual for additional information.
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Distributor Water Column Sonar Data Manager
NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
(303) 497-4742
wcd.info@noaa.gov
Dataset Principal Investigator Kevin Boswell
Professor
Florida International University
305-919-4009
kevin.boswell@fiu.edu
Time Period 2015-08-09T07:11:20 to 2015-08-21T20:10:57
Spatial Reference System urn:ogc:def:crs:EPSG:4326
Spatial Bounding Box Coordinates
West:-89.06371
East:-86.47995
South:26.84693
North:29.04046
Spatial Coverage Map
General Documentation
Associated Resources
    Publication Dates
    • creation: 2015-08-09
    Dataset Progress Status Complete - production of the data has been completed
    Data Update Frequency Not planned
    Purpose o examine the spatial and temporal dynamics of deep sea nekton in the Gulf of Mexico through a multidisciplinary approach.
    Use Limitations
    • These data are considered raw and have not been subjected to the NOAA's quality control or quality assurance procedures. They are released for limited public use as preliminary data to be used only with appropriate caution. NOAA cannot assume liability for any damages caused by any errors or omissions in the data, nor as a result of the failure of the data to function on a particular system. NOAA makes no warranty, expressed or implied, nor does the fact of distribution constitute such a warranty.
    • Not subject to copyright protection within the United States.
    Dataset Citation
    • Cite as: Kevin Boswell, Florida International University (2015): Water Column Sonar Data Collection (DP02, EK80). National Centers for Environmental Information, NOAA. doi:10.7289/V5RN35TF [access date]
    Custodians
    • NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
    Resource Providers
    • Gulf of Mexico Research Initiative (GoMRI)
    Sponsors
    • Gulf of Mexico Research Initiative (GoMRI)
    Publishers
    • NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
    Theme keywords Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Science Keywords
    • Earth Science > Oceans > Ocean Acoustics > Acoustic Scattering
    • Earth Science > Oceans > Aquatic Sciences > Fisheries
    • Earth Science > Oceans > Ocean Acoustics
    • Earth Science > Biosphere > Ecosystems > Marine Ecosystems > Pelagic
    • Earth Science > Biosphere > Ecosystems > Marine Ecosystems
    • Earth Science > Biosphere > Ecosystems > Marine Ecosystems > Benthic
    • Earth Science > Biosphere > Ecosystems > Aquatic Ecosystems
    • Earth Science > Oceans > Bathymetry/Seafloor Topography > Bathymetry
    • Earth Science > Oceans > Bathymetry/Seafloor Topography > Seafloor Topography
    Data Center keywords Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Data Center Keywords
    • DOC/NOAA/NESDIS/NCEI > National Centers for Environmental Information, NESDIS, NOAA, U.S. Department of Commerce
    • DOC/NOAA/NESDIS/NGDC > National Geophysical Data Center, NESDIS, NOAA, U.S. Department of Commerce
    Instrument keywords Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Instrument Keywords
    • In Situ/Laboratory Instruments > Profilers/Sounders > Acoustic Sounders > WCMS > Water Column Mapping System
    Place keywords International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) Sea Area ("Limits of Oceans and Seas" publication S-23)
    • Gulf of Mexico
    Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Location Keywords
    • GEOGRAPHIC REGION > GLOBAL
    • Vertical Location > VERTICAL LOCATION > SEA FLOOR
    Use Constraints
    • Cite as: Kevin Boswell, Florida International University (2015): Water Column Sonar Data Collection (DP02, EK80). National Centers for Environmental Information, NOAA. doi:10.7289/V5RN35TF [access date]
    Access Constraints
    • Distribution liability: NOAA and NCEI make no warranty, expressed or implied, regarding these data, nor does the fact of distribution constitute such a warranty. NOAA and NCEI cannot assume liability for any damages caused by any errors or omissions in these data. If appropriate, NCEI can only certify that the data it distributes are an authentic copy of the records that were accepted for inclusion in the NCEI archives.
    • Resource may not be available for up to one year after initial collection.
    Fees
    • Free
    Lineage information for:series
    Processor
    • Florida International University
    Acquisition Information (collection)
    Instrument
    • Simrad EK80
    • Simrad EK60
    Platform
    • Point Sur
    Operation
    • DP02_EK80
    Last Modified: 2017-05-30
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