Published in Scientific Papers. Series E. Land Reclamation, Earth Observation & Surveying, Environmental Engineering, Vol. XIII
Written by Levente DIMEN, Silvia Alexandra DREGHICI, Tudor BORȘAN
More than 70% of Earth’s surface is covered by water bodies. The underwater relief is very diverse, from continental shelf to deepest trenches and is mostly insufficient known. Water bodies play an important role for our planet and human life, mainly because of helping to regulate the mass and energy transfer between Earth’s layers, being source of food and supporting transportation. Due to the high importance of the water bodies, a better knowledge of the water bodies depths and protecting the underwater environment are vital. Though reaching the seabed for exploration could be difficult, modern technologies based on acoustic, optical or radio methods and bathymetric equipment allows hydrographic surveying in order to study the underwater relief. Therefore, strategies concerning climate change, reducing water pollution and environmental negative impact could be elaborated, ensuring sustainability.
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