High spectral resolution observations of bodies of water have lead to a better understanding of natural water body absorption and transmission properties, phytoplankton ecologies, algae blooms, and heat flow layering. These quantities can in turn be used to determine underwater visibility and military laser limits, predict the status of fish/shellfish, manage sediment discharge, and develop climate models. In-situ measurements have been used for both field validation of spectral imagery and direct applications. The ASD FieldSpec® line includes optional calibrations, optional underwater foreoptics and optional fiberoptic extension jumper cables for a variety of water body studies.
Below are links to published white papers and articles by researchers utilizing ASD instrumentation.
