In a recent sediment monitoring project, we deployed our robust water monitoring sensors to measure Suspended Sediment Concentration (SSC) in a canal frequented by passing boats. This real-world installation provided intriguing data on how vessel traffic affects sediment dynamics.
One key observation is the noticeable spike in SSC just seconds before a boat approaches, suggesting that boat movement disturbs sediments ahead of its passage. This pre-boat turbulence highlights the sensor’s sensitivity to detecting fine changes in sediment concentration in real time.
Another fascinating finding is the prolonged impact after the boat has passed. It takes nearly 10 minutes for the SSC to return to its baseline levels, illustrating how boat activity can keep sediments suspended for extended periods before they settle back down.
The data clearly shows a sharp increase in SSC each time a boat moves through the canal. With Olpas' sensors, capturing these variations offers invaluable insights for environmental monitoring, sediment management, and infrastructure impact assessments.
Another fascinating finding is the prolonged impact after the boat has passed. It takes nearly 10 minutes for the SSC to return to its baseline levels, illustrating how boat activity can keep sediments suspended for extended periods before they settle back down.