ROV Operations in Strait of Magellan using Argonaut-MD

In the Strait of Magellan, south of Punta Arenas, Chile, ocean currents can be as high as 4 to 6 knots. However, before safe ROV operations can be conducted in the area, those currents must drop to less than 1 knot.

Prior to conducting these ROV operations, the Argonaut-MD is deployed on a mooring. The data from the MD are monitored at the surface until the currents have reached a safe level for ROV operations. The small size, accuracy, and portability of the Argonaut-MD makes it an excellent choice for this kind of work.

• Argonaut-MD