Scale Your Observations with Wave Gliders
Leverage Wave Gliders for sustained collection of science‑grade oceanographic and atmospheric data. Improve the temporal and spatial coverage, and increase dependability of your in-situ datasets for accurate science and informed decision-making.
Substantial Data Gaps
In-situ data are the most valued data points for scientists around the world, yet they are the most challenging to obtain.
Agile and Versatile
Data Collection
Wave Gliders support a myriad of sensor packages for physical, chemical, and biological measurements. Equip Wave Gliders with Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) sensors or integrate custom sensors yourself. Our team of integration experts is ready to support your needs.
Collect More Data
As an ultra-long duration USV, Wave Gliders can be deployed for extended periods of time -- up to 12 months. Take advantage of uncrewed data collection to maximize in-water time for comprehensive data sets and time series.
and Navigation
Wave Gliders precisely navigate along preset courses, dynamically adjust positions, and hold station in both coastal waters and open ocean environments.
Integration
Open, extensible hardware and software simplify standard and custom sensor integration. Configure a single Wave Glider with multi-modal payloads to collect a broad range of parameters.
“Our previous surveys in 2023 revealed both hotspots and lowspots in ocean productivity near each of the main Hawaiian Islands. The repeated Wave Glider surveys this fall and next summer will help determine whether those ocean features are persistent and identify the underlying mechanisms that drive them.”
"Starting with direct observations of typhoons using Wave Gliders, we aim to realize real-time observations of the atmosphere and ocean on a global scale in the future."
Photo: NASA “Through this exploration, the Wave Glider has shown how it can handle unforeseeable situations while accomplishing its mission, and we will learn more about extreme marine events occurring around Korea.”
Graphic: KOPRI and KIOST “We’ve integrated new sensors onto the Wave Glider winch, and this really expands our capacity to collect data from a Wave Glider. In addition to the surface measurements, we can now collect salinity and temperature profiles down to 150 m. This will provide us with additional insights into the meltwater layers and offer a more complete picture.”
Photo: Jim Thomson, APL-UW Compact Logistics and Operations
Small and agile, Wave Glider USVs can be launched and recovered from modest research vessels with simple hoisting gear. They are an ideal platform for building your team’s internal capacity—or, if staffing is limited, our experts can plan and execute missions on your behalf.
Sensor Mounting Options
With flexible mounting and reconfiguration options for sensors and payloads, Wave Gliders serve as mobile data labs for single, fleet, or mixed operations.
Don’t Just Scratch the Surface
Go deeper with the Wave Glider’s winch – collect water column profiles or discrete measurements in up to 150 m of depth.
Built for
All Latitudes
From the icy Arctic to the warm tropical seas, our platforms deliver dependable performance across all ocean basins. Contact our team to discuss our history of global deployments and learn how Wave Gliders can provide reliable support for operations in your area of interest.
Have a Mission
in Mind? Let's Talk.
Contact our team of experts to discuss your specific requirements and learn how the Wave Glider can achieve your objectives.
Insights
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