Riverboat

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The Riverboat is a rugged, stable, corrosion resistant tethered boat for safe, easy measurement of discharge with ADCPs. Designed in 2000 for a U.S. government agency, Riverboats have drastically reduced discharge measurement time and labor all over the world. The stable trimaran design produces accurate measurements by reducing pitch and roll. The central hull reduces drag by a factor of 2-4 over catamaran designs making the Riverboat capable of operation in very high flows. Tests at a US government tow tank indicated stability with low drag at towing speeds up to 16 fps. Our clients have reported successful field measurements at speeds of 15 fps. The standard model fits an RDI Rio Grande ADCP and includes spread spectrum modems, batteries, and antennae for easy plug-and-play operation. Electronics are located below deck in a watertight compartment. Additional instruments and accessories such as transport cases, GPS units, depth sounders, and the necessary 2-4 channel transceivers are available.



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