Marine Survey Equipment
CFF's extensive portfolio of research and survey equipment includes: remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), stationary and towed underwater optical survey equipment, dredges, and nets. Our survey gear can be equipped with temperature and depth sensors, tilt sensors, and tensiometers.
Listed below are some of our privately owned survey tools that are also available for rent. To inquire about renting this piece of equipment, please contact us here or call 508-356-3601.
Habitat Mapping Camera (HabCam)
CFF's Habitat Mapping Camera (HabCam) is a non-invasive imaging system that produces high-resolution overlapping stereo images. The camera array is towed behind the vessel and is capable of covering large survey areas. HABCAM images can be used for habitat characterization and estimates of species abundance and biodiversity, giving a holistic view of benthic taxa, communities, and associated substrate. CFF conducts HabCam surveys as part of the annual sea scallop assessments.
