MEDIN data guidelines for bathymetry data, Version 2.0
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Authors
Corporate Authors
SEtech (Geotechnical Engineers) Ltd
Editors
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Marine Environmental Data and Information Network
Journal
Issue/Article No.
Volume
Pages
Categories
Categories
sediment
Discipline
Parameter discipline
Bathymetry and Seafloor topography
Instruments and Platforms
Instrument
acoustic backscatter sensors
bathymetric LiDARs
multi-beam echosounders
multi-channel seismic reflection systems
single-beam echosounders
bathymetric LiDARs
multi-beam echosounders
multi-channel seismic reflection systems
single-beam echosounders
Platform
autonomous underwater vehicle
research vessel
ship
research vessel
ship
Methods Status
Maturity Level
Level 5: Best Practice – Mature
Abstract
This guideline is a data archive standard for bathymetry data. Used correctly the guideline facilitates easy use and reuse of the data. A template to record metadata is also provided if required.
Description
Keywords
Hydrography; Geology;Bathymetry and Elevation; Seabed; Depth; Morphology; Sediment; Backscatter; Water Column
DOI
License
No Creative Commons
Citation
SEtech (Geotechnical Engineers) Ltd (2013) MEDIN data guidelines for bathymetry data. Version 2.0. Marine Environmental Data and Information Network (MEDIN), 28pp. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.25607/OBP-1623
Variables
Applications
Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD)
Descriptor 7: Hydrographical conditions
Marine Spatial Planning (MSP)
Environmental Protection
Scientific Research and Monitoring
Shipping and Navigation
Scientific Research and Monitoring
Shipping and Navigation
GOOS Application
Coastal management
Environmental assessment and outlook
Environmental assessment and outlook
GOOS EOV Phenomena
Ocean Obs Societal Need
Sustainable Development Goals
Goal 14. Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development::14.a Increase scientific knowledge, develop research capacity and transfer marine technology, taking into account the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission Criteria and Guidelines on the Transfer of Marine Technology, in order to improve ocean health and to enhance the contribution of marine biodiversity to the development of developing countries, in particular small island developing States and least developed countries