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Chart Datum-to-Ellipsoid Separation Model for Obhur Creek

Multibeam hydrographic surveying research defining the Chart Datum-to-Ellipsoid separation surface (SEP) for GNSS bathymetry.

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Client
King Abdulaziz University / Saudi Port Authority
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Contractor
Marine Hydrographic Research Team
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Location
Sharm Obhur, Jeddah Coastline
schedule
Timeline
Field Validated Model
payments
Est. Value
High-Precision Hydrographic Research

description Project Overview

Establishes a millimeter-accurate mathematical separation model linking WGS84 / KSA-GRF17 ellipsoidal heights directly with local Chart Datum in Obhur Creek. Eliminates the need for manual tide pole observations during multibeam dredging operations.

engineering Technical Specifications

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model type
Datum Separation Surface (SEP)
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location
Sharm Obhur Creek
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vertical precision
±2 cm

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Project At a Glance

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Client
King Abdulaziz University / Saudi Port Authority
construction
Contractor
Marine Hydrographic Research Team
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Location
Sharm Obhur, Jeddah Coastline
schedule
Timeline
Field Validated Model
domain
Category
Marine Survey & Geotechnical
payments
Value Estimate
High-Precision Hydrographic Research
Project Status
Completed
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