Dataset: M126 - SIMRAD EM122 data

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Metadata of dataset ISO 19115/19139, FGDC, PANGAEA
CruiseM126
Navigation system Meteor - Seapath 320
Horizontal reference system (EPSG) WGS84 geographic (4326)
Sonar system Simrad EM122
Sonar type multibeam
Depth definition true depths
Depth datum (EPSG) MeanSeaLevel depth (5715)
File format Simrad multibeam processing format
File listing654 files, as XML file
Tracklength [km] 5463
Generalised track ¹ KML file
Gross coverage [km²] (unedited - no warranty) 60179
Usage Primary data are generally not depth-edited and should not directly be used for final product compilations.
Maintenance Update frequency of dataset: notPlanned
Constraints Access: onDemand
Use: copyright
Status completed
Purpose
Abstract The goal of this cruise was to enhance our understanding of the links between geophysical, geochemical and biological processes at hydrothermal vents. Processing of bathymetry data by Fielax Ltd., contact person Borowski, Christian Dr.. Bathymetry data was not the primary focus of this cruise.
Sonar system operators Albrecht, Sebastian Jamieson, John, Dr.
(MaNIDA) data level 0
Data quality / Lineage
Point of contact MARUM bathymetry data responsible party
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 (¹): KML file is created online from database applying track generalization ±50 meter.