Programmable deterrent
Ideal for offshore construction
The AQUAmark® 848 is a programmable acoustic pinger designed to deter marine mammals from fishing gear and man-made hazards. Its programmable nature allows research scientists to evaluate different acoustic signal types to determine the optimum deterrent solution for a given marine mammal interaction. The instrument is available to qualified research institutions for discounted purchase on a data sharing basis. It is also available for commercial rental in a pre-configured form for marine mammal mitigation applications.
Applications
- Offshore construction
- Sea fishing
Acoustic specification
Frequency |
Primary bandwidth 5 kHz to 30 kHz |
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Sound level |
Typically 165 dB re 1 μPa @ 1 m peak |
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Deterrent signals |
AQUAmark chirp repertoire for general deterrence |
General specification
Effective range |
Up to 1500 m depending on species and nature of interaction |
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Dimensions |
254 mm long x 165 mm diameter (without deployment cage) 465 mm long x 165 mm diameter (with deployment cage) |
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Maximum depth |
500 m |
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Battery life |
1 week between charges |
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Availability |
Purchase - to qualified research institutes |
Q: Will the AQUAmark be effective to deter seals, sea lions, otters or Minke whales?
A: The AQUAmark range of deterrents are designed to deter porpoises, dolphins and similar toothed whales. They have not been tested on other species.
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