We're looking for advice on monitoring equipment that is reliable during extreme conditions
We are deploying sensors ice that measure ice temperature, ice thickness, snow depth, and other types of ice properties in near real time. We also go out and collect samples at those locations.
During a first Arctic monitoring project we learned that some LCD screens don't operate very well at low temperatures. Connections get brittle and lubricants start to congeal. We would like to talk with someone who has experience overcoming such hurdles or who can make equipment recommendations.
Topics: Monitoring equipment
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We have produced a document that discusses some of the difficulties and approaches when monitoring sea ice. It talks about such things as equipment for drilling a hole, using and troubleshooting hotwire gauges, and when and how to retrieve equipment. You can download the report for free and contact me if you have any other questions.
I have worked on such projects in Arctic communities in Qaanaaq, Greenland, Barrows, Alaska, and Clyde Rier, Nonavut. I've learned that there is no substitute for hands-on practice and training. Feel free to contact me. I may be able to give advice on your specific situation.