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Kirkland, WA: Sept. 22, 2004
SCRIPPS STUDIES UNDERWATER FAULT LINE WITH NOVA
RAY® ROV
Studies of underwater fault lines were successfully conducted
in Lake Tahoe using the Nova Ray®, a submersible remotely
operated vehicle (ROV). The winged Nova Ray® was used
in July and August, 2004 by SCRIPPS Institution of Oceanography
(SCRIPPS), one of the oldest, largest, and most important
centers for marine science research, graduate training,
and public service in the world. SCRIPPS received the Nova
Ray® in San Diego, CA, April 7, 2004, following an anonymous
donation of the vehicle to the institution.
John Orcutt, Deputy Director of Scripps for Research and
Associate Vice Chancellor for Marine Affairs, said, "The
Nova Ray® ROV will significantly enhance Scripps' access
to the seas. The Nova Ray® was used this summer in a
study of faulting in Lake Tahoe where high resolution imagery
from the lake floor complemented high-resolution bathymetry
and 'chirp' mapping of the Incline Village Fault. This Fall
the Nova Ray® will be used to map the Rose Canyon Fault
offshore La Jolla including the critical fish habitat associated
with the fault and attendant kelp beds.”
He added, “The ability to operate simply in high currents
is proving to be an invaluable capability. We expect new
cyber infrastructure at Scripps and UCSD will be used to
deliver images from the Nova Ray® directly to the Internet
and displays at the Birch Aquarium at Scripps. We expect
to work with Nova Ray, Inc. in extending the ROV's capabilities
to greater depths in coming months and years."
The Nova Ray®, with its innovative arcuate (bow shaped)
wing design, maintains stability and maneuverability in
strong currents, cross currents and tides. Portable and
maneuverable, the Nova Ray® ROV operates efficiently
in up to 9-knot currents under tow, and can be operated
using built-in thrusters.
Its multi-use platform is adaptable to a wide range of applications
for research, surveys and underwater inspections. It is
easy to launch from a stable platform or vessel, and its
design can meet the challenges of underwater environments.”
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