Every successful survey begins with a solid foundation. In HYPACK, this starts in the .
Use the HYPACK Hardware program to connect your GPS/GNSS, echosounder, and sensors. hypack user manual
Before collecting a single point of data, you must define your coordinate system. The manual emphasizes selecting the correct UTM zone, datum (e.g., WGS84 or NAD83), and distance units. Every successful survey begins with a solid foundation
Pro Tip: Always double-check your . Measuring the physical distance between your GPS antenna and the transducer is critical for vertical and horizontal accuracy. 2. Preparation: Creating a Survey Plan Before collecting a single point of data, you
For multibeam surveys, ensure your Sound Velocity Profiles (SVP) are applied to correct for the refraction of sound through different water temperatures and salinities. 5. Final Products: Mapping and Export
Create a Triangulated Irregular Network to generate smooth contour lines.
Import electronic charts (ENCs) or satellite imagery to provide spatial context for your survey area. 3. Data Acquisition: HYPACK SURVEY