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R/V Point Sur - Triaxus - User Requirements


Triaxus User Guidelines specific to ALL Triaxus Cruises

30 day lead-time REQUIRED for ALL of the following:

  • Notification of any additional to standard Triaxus configuration
  • Additional sensors & associated components MUST be received by MLML.
  • Triaxus vehicle request form must be completed.

 

General requirements during cruise:

  • 2 MLML Technicians required
  • 2 scientists required for Triaxus deployments/recoveries (on watch w/technician 6 hours on , 6 hours off )
  • No other major “over-the-side" work to take place while Triaxus is in the water (e.g. CTD, XBT, Net Tows etc.).  Minimum water depth of Triaxus survey 40 meters
  • Deck space required for Triaxus winch Triaxus typically secured on fantail under A-Frame
  • User suppplied sensors require user supplied data logging computers