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SmartBay Buoy

Infrastructure Profile

Infrastructure Provider

Location

SmartBay Test Site, Galway Bay

Organisation & Address

Marine Institute, Renville, Oranmore, Co.Galway, Ireland

Infrastructure Webpage 

Link to Infrastructure Schedules (if applicable)

NA

Normal Area of Operation

53.230 N, 009.267 W

Maximum Number of Days Available

40 days

Overview

Depth of Operation

Surface Buoy with capability of supporting projects to a depth of 25 m

Power Supply

Battery, Solar Panels and Turbine. 12V/ 24V Power available

Communication System(s)

GPRS, Satellite, VHF, Wimax, GSM, 4G

Dimensions

3 m Diameter buoy

Sensors Available, Scientific Payload etc.

Weather Station

Scientific and Technical Specifications

General Information

This buoy can be used as a platform to test and validate novel sensors

Support offered to AQUARIUS users

Technical support, installation, deployment and retrieval of sensors/instruments

Infrastructure Availability and Contact Details

Year 2025

12 months

Year 2026

12 months

Year 2027

12 months

Contact email for applicants to discuss the initial feasibility of their work while they prepare their application

conall.omalley[at]marine.ie

Certification and Clearance Requirements

Diplomatic clearances or permits required for area or type of activity

NA