Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Tech Transfer
Antibiofouling for Ocean Instruments and Floats Using Microchlorine Generation
Project Description
Long term ocean measurements are severely impacted by algae growth. In this proposed work algae will be inhibited by localized, intermitent microgeneration of chlorine from seawater at sub-PPM levels. This technology will minimize operational labor requirements by eliminating ship time now required for cleaning of these sensors, as well as preventing the release of caustic chlorine to the environment. The calibration of deployed, submerged conductivity/temperature sensors will be extended from the present period of 1 month to 6 months or greater. After phase II an antibiofouling generic design will be available for general ocean instrument use.
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Anticipated Benefits
NOAA PORTS Program. NOAA OOI program. Replacement for antibiofouling ship's bottom paint.
Argos float salinity sensors at the ocean surface for satellite salinity calibration. More »
Argos float salinity sensors at the ocean surface for satellite salinity calibration. More »
Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| SeaLite Engineering | Lead Organization |
Industry
Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)
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Cataumet, Massachusetts |
Goddard Space Flight Center
(GSFC)
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Supporting Organization | NASA Center | Greenbelt, Maryland |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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Maryland
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Massachusetts
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