sonar

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The scientists used high resolution sonar to produce a detailed map of the seafloor.

From Science Daily • Feb. 23, 2026

During air strikes, GPS signals are scrambled, making sonar readings imprecise.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

Water temperature layers and changing salinity from melting ice interfere with sonar.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 30, 2025

This included mapping the seabed with sonar arrays and dredging up sediment samples, said the authority.

From Barron's • Nov. 8, 2025

McKee was given the opportunity to try out newly developed bottom-searching sonar equipment.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler