Developing low-cost sensors for ocean research

Conductivity, temperature, and depth (CTD) sensing is crucial for understanding marine ecosystems, ocean dynamics, and interactions with ice sheets. Traditional CTD profilers are resource-intensive, limiting large-scale data collection. This project aims to develop ultra-low-cost, lightweight expandable CTD sensors that can be deployed from small to medium fixed-wing drones. This innovation will revolutionize oceanographic data collection, enabling more frequent and extensive observations, particularly in challenging polar environments.