Okeanos Explorer (EX1503L2): Tropical Exploration (Mapping II)

During EX-15-03L2, multibeam data will be collected 24 hours a
day and XBT casts will be conducted at an interval defined by prevailing
oceanographic conditions, but not to exceed 6 hours. Additionally, EK 60 (single
beam) and sub-bottom profile data will be collected 24 hours per day. Data will
only be collected in foreign waters where clearance has been granted. If no
permit was obtained, all data collection systems will be shut down in those
foreign waters. All multibeam data will be fully processed according to standard
onboard procedures and will be archived with the National Geophysical Data
Center. Ancillary sonar datasets will be archived at the National Oceanographic
Data Center.