Edgetech 3200-XS, User Manual

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SECTION 1: Overview
3200-XS Sub-Bottom Profiling System User’s Manual Doc. No. 990-0000026-1000, Rev. 2.3
1.3 Full Spectrum Chirp Technology Applications
Applications for the Full Spectrum Chirp Technology used in the 3200-XS Sub-Bottom
Profiling System are many and include the following:
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EEZ resource development
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Imaging fluidized mud to a resolution of 8 cm
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Sediment classification
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Buried pipeline and cable location and routing
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Dredging studies for inlets
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Scour/erosion surveys in rivers and streams
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Marine geotechnical surveys
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Bridge erosion surveys
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Hazardous waste target location
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Geological surveys
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Archeological surveys
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Hazard surveys
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Mining and dredging surveys
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Bridge and shoreline scour surveys
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Imaging biologics in water column
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Mapping clam populations
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Beach re-nourishment
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Military and offshore oil applications
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Full ocean depth sub-bottom imaging (hull mount systems)
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Environmental site investigations