A modified technique for radar tracking of float-drogues in lake water circulation investigations

R. W. Duck, J. McManus, J. A. Charlton

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    Abstract

    A modification of radar tracking of float-drogues used in examination of slow-moving water currents in lakes is described. Up to 10 units are tracked and the direct plotting of float positions on acetate overlays, arranged above a radar display unit, permits an immediacy of visual assessment of water movements. Subsequent corrections for wind drifts yield true flow velocities. The method provides a reproducible and reliable Lagrangian technique for monitoring surface and subsurface current patterns. Examples of its application in a Scottish fresh-water loch are presented.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)513-521
    JournalHydrological Sciences Journal
    Volume30
    Issue number4
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 1985

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