Shipboard Scientific Support Equipment

University Of Delaware, Newark DE

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Abstract

ABSTRACT 29 June 2010 Proposal Number: 1015828 Institution: University of Delaware PI: W. Byam Co-PI: [None] This proposal requests four Shipboard Scientific Support items for the University of Delaware for use aboard the R/V HUGH R. SHARP; namely up-grades to the CTD handing system, a new 70hp outboard for the vessel?s work boat, design for a new (aft) side load handling system, and noise treatments for the active anti-roll fins. All items will either enhance safety or provide greatly improved support capabilities to science. Broader Impact and Intellectual Merit: The PI addressed the Broader Impact and Intellectual Merit of the proposed equipment specifically for the R/V HUGH R. SHARP. The research projects supported have been individually peer-reviewed for scientific merit. During operations, these vessels routinely expose graduate and undergraduate students to seagoing oceanography. Specifically, College of Marine and Earth Studies participates in a large number of outreach programs including open house events (Coast Day), participation the MATE program, and educational cruises. The College also hosts the UNOLS East Coast Van Pool. The R/V HUGH R. SHARP is scheduled to support 77 NSF-funded days in CY 2010.