TELEDYNE - RiverRay (600kHz)

Operational overview and field deployment

Instrument role in river and coastal flow measurements

TELEDYNE RiverRay (600 kHz) is designed for hydrodynamic surveys in rivers and shallow coastal environments where reliable current profiling and discharge estimation are required. It is commonly used for mobile survey operations and fixed measurement deployments depending on site conditions.

Measurement capabilities and usage context

This instrument uses Acoustic Doppler technology to measure water velocity profiles and bottom tracking data in real time. It is commonly used for river discharge measurements, flow monitoring, and hydrodynamic studies requiring accurate and continuous data acquisition.

Operational environment

The system is intended for use in rivers, channels, estuaries, and shallow coastal waters where flow conditions can vary rapidly. It is suitable for boat-mounted, wading, or stationary deployments depending on the survey methodology.

System integration role

Within a measurement setup, it functions as a complete acquisition system integrating current profiling, bottom tracking, and positioning via built-in GPS. It can also be integrated with external communication systems for real-time data transmission during field operations.

Deployment usage

Deployment is adapted to river and coastal survey requirements, including mobile transects or fixed-point measurements. The system supports continuous acquisition with adaptive sampling to maintain measurement quality under varying flow conditions.

Typical users

It is commonly used by hydrologists, environmental agencies, engineering consultants, and research institutions conducting river discharge studies and shallow water hydrodynamic monitoring.