GoMOOS---Smart Buoys MAke Ocean Observation as Easy as A-B-Sea.

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  • Author(s): Levack, Kinley
  • Source:
    EContent. Jan/Feb2004, Vol. 27 Issue 1/2, p8-10. 3p. 1 Color Photograph.
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    • Abstract:
      Focuses on the technological advances that the Gulf of Maine Ocean Observing System (GoMOOS) has undergone to improve its ability to collect data on weather and ocean conditions. Role of the GoMoos; Advantages of using buoys in gathering information on ocean conditions; Effect of bouys on ecosystem health and fisheries management; Use of FreeBSD operating system and an open-source model in the operations of GoMOOS; Data collection on oceanic conditions before the use of GoMOOS buoys.