InterRisk - Argos PTR buoys drift - MERSEA experimentation

8 buoys were dropped during the MERSEA experimentation, in order to compare to different models.

When an oil spill occurs, the tracking of oil slicks by surface drifting is recommended in order to cross the information. The prediction of the drift of slicks by computerized/modeling should always be validated by observation or by the mean of buoy-tracking satellite detection. Direct observation in good conditions is not always possible due to the weather conditions (visibility, ceiling). A reliable remote sensing of buoy is very helpful to track the slicks and guide aerial surveillance aircraft.