Float steering system
A method and apparatus are provided for towing and steering a seismic subarray from onboard a tow vessel. The outboard reach of the seismic subarray, relative to the vessel, is controlled by an adjustable bridle connected to the seismic subarray, and turning of the subarray in coordination with turn...
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Zusammenfassung: | A method and apparatus are provided for towing and steering a seismic subarray from onboard a tow vessel. The outboard reach of the seismic subarray, relative to the vessel, is controlled by an adjustable bridle connected to the seismic subarray, and turning of the subarray in coordination with turning of the vessel is done using both the bridle and a rudder located at the rear of the seismic subarray. |
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