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Methods and Instruments used to Measure Wave Climate

PUV point measurements

ADV Acoustic Doppler Velocimeter

Direcrectional Wave Bouy

Orbital Following Bouy

Wave Slope Bouy

Unidirectional Accelermeter Buoy

Wave Orbital Velocity Sensor

Pressure Sensor (located near bottom)

Wave Staff on Platform

Satellite Radar

Aircraft Radar or Laser

HF Radar (land based)

Additional Information on Methods of Wave Climate Monitoring

Comparison of ADCP Performance with Alternate Wave Measurement Systems

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