Long-ranse outlook for oceanographic telemetering

This paper considers the problems of the oceanographer in obtaining space in the electromagnetic spectrum for long-range radio telemetry. Among possible methods proposed is that of radio interrogation of buoys and the “squirt” transmission of data in the high-frequency range. Problems of interference with existing missile ranges are discussed. It is suggested that very high frequency and ultrahigh frequency may be used with the assistance of high flying aircraft for the interrogation and acquisition of data from far-flung buoy systems. The system is projected toward the ultimate use with satellites, particularly those of the COURIER type.