Deployment day | 15.06.2024

Experiment Log 2024

The second set of 1.2×25 m targets was successfully deployed and securely attached to the first set of targets already in place, resulting in the formation of two larger 2.4×25 m targets....

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Boat repairs | 14.06.2024

Experiment Log 2024

Following recent repairs to the throttle and steering wheel assemblies, the boat underwent a thorough testing phase today. All repairs appear to have been successful, with the throttle and steering...

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1st deployment of PLP24 | 31.05.2024

Experiment Log 2024

🚀 Exciting Update from PLP2024! 🚀 Today, May 31st, 2024, we conducted our first data acquisition for PLP2024, utilizing the Sentinel-2 and Planet SuperDove satellites. While we encountered some...

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1st deployment of PLP24 | 30.05.2024

Experiment Log 2024

Exciting Day at PLP2024! We’re thrilled to share that today, we successfully deployed two new targets, each measuring 1.2 x 25 meters! These targets, made of white HDPE mesh and wooden planks,...

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All hands on deck! | 28.05.2024

Experiment Log 2024

Exciting Start to PLP2024! Today marked the first day of PLP2024, and we’re off to a fantastic start! We successfully constructed two new targets, each measuring 1.2 x 25 meters, made from...

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7th data acquisition | 31.07.23

Experiment Log 2023

On Monday 31st of July, we wrapped up the summer acquisition campaign of PLP2023. The 6 targets, starting to show signs of considerable damage, were removed for August as scheduled, and will be...

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6th data acquisition | 26.07.23

Experiment Log 2023

Wednesday the 26th of July was the second to last acquisition for this stage of PLP2023. The sea was back at its regular warm temperatures inside the gulf for the season, at almost 28 oC. Wind...

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5th data acquisition | 21.07.23

Experiment Log 2023

 With almost no wind, Friday the 21st of July was a good measurement day. The sea was a bit more turbid and cooler due to the northern winds blowing the previous days. The 3 m2 target was upside...

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4th data acquisition | 16.07.23

Experiment Log 2023

Sunday the 16th of July was a windy measurement day. With wind gusts of up to 10 m/sec early in the morning, the targets hold well. Some damage from the seagulls that rest on the HDPE tarp is...

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3rd data acquisition | 11.07.23

Experiment Log 2023

The 3rd PLP2023 acquisitions took place on the 11th of July. All targets are in good condition. We are planning for two more weeks of acquisitions before the targets are removed for August....

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