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Stealthy robots with microphones could improve maps of ocean noise

Understanding ocean noise is important for conservation efforts, researchers say

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An ocean glider equipped with a microphone recorded ocean noises during an 18-day journey off the U.S. West Coast in 2012.

Oregon State University

By Sofie Bates

- More than 2 years ago

Moving slowly and stealthily through the Pacific Ocean, a robotic glider with a microphone captured a cacophony of sounds from ships, whales and underwater explosions.