Mapping Seabed by a Parametric Echosounder on an Autonomous Profiling Float Powered by Temperature Difference in the Ocean

Seafloor information is foundational for ocean navigation, scientific research, exploration, resource and ecosystem protection but thus far only 20% of the seafloor is mapped. Seabed 2030's goal of producing a global bathymetry digital data set and map with uniform and high-density coverage would benefit almost every stakeholder related to ocean, climate and the blue economy. Reaching Seabed 2030's goal of a global seafloor map, requires technology innovation, especially in robotics, energy and automation.