The table below shows the sensor and platform types available for mapping or monitoring your chosen environmental variable.

See also water quality variables for other biophysical characteristics of the plume.

Options for mapping or monitoring sediment discharge plumes in marine environments

Passive imaging systems Airborne digital photography Satellite multispectral, fine resolution Satellite multispectral, medium resolution Airborne hyperspectral Satellite hyperspectral, medium resolution Satellite hyperspectral, coarse resolution Airborne photography Active imaging systems Airborne radar Satellite radar Airborne laser Underwater acoustics Field based Boat/helicopter-based Autonomous underwater vehicle