Alternative Penetrometers to Measure the Near Surface Strength of Soft Seafloor Soils

Long-term goals: Develop an alternative penetrometer to accurately measure the undrained shear strength of near surface soft seafloor soils. Further the education of participating undergraduate students by active involvement in research and mentoring activities. Objectives: In collaboration with the Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center (NFESC) in Port Hueneme, assess the feasibility of using full-flow penetrometer technology to meet Navy requirements. Design, build, and test a full-flow penetrometer that will accurately measure the near surface shear strength of soft seafloor soils. FY2010 Annual Reports of S & T efforts sponsored by the Ocean Battlespace Sensing S & T Department of the Office of Naval Research. The original document contains color images.