Title :
Descriptors of impulsive signal levels commonly used in underwater acoustics
Author :
Marshall, William J.
Author_Institution :
BBN Syst. & Technol. Corp., New London, CT, USA
fDate :
1/1/1996 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Impulsive acoustic waveforms are characterized by a different set of derived quantities than are continuous waveforms. This note presents commonly accepted definitions, units, and symbols used to describe the magnitude of impulsive underwater signals
Keywords :
hydrophones; transients; underwater sound; continuous waveforms; definitions; impulsive acoustic waveforms; impulsive signal levels; impulsive underwater signals; symbols; underwater acoustics; units; Acoustic measurements; Acoustic reflection; Acoustic signal detection; Acoustic waves; Electric variables measurement; Pressure measurement; Sea measurements; Sonar equipment; Underwater acoustics; Underwater tracking;
Journal_Title :
Oceanic Engineering, IEEE Journal of
