An overview of a moored ocean data buoy programme

Abstract

This paper addresses the rationale. history, strategy and management techniques used in the developmcnt of NIO oceanographic data buoy programme. The system is used for short term as well as long term oceanographic observations. The technical and administrative tools developed to support the long range research and engineering plans, programme management current studies and plans to facilitate the daY-to-day operations of the buoy are dealt with to reach the final engineering phases.