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Cable Buoy
- Definition: A cable buoy is a floating device used to mark the position of an underwater anchor or cable. It is typically anchored to the seabed and serves as a visual indicator of the cable’s or anchor’s location.
- Components:
- Buoy: The floating part, often brightly colored for visibility.
- Anchor: Secures the buoy to the seabed.
- Cable: Connects the buoy to the anchor or cable being marked.
- Functionality:
- Marking Position: The buoy provides a visible marker on the water’s surface, indicating the location of the anchor or underwater cable.
- Safety: Helps prevent accidental collisions with the underwater infrastructure and facilitates navigation and maintenance.
- Applications:
- Marine Navigation: Used in maritime and offshore activities to indicate the presence of underwater cables or anchors.
- Telecommunications: Marks the location of submarine communication cables.
- Construction and Maintenance: Assists in the placement and retrieval of anchors and cables.
- Design Features:
- Visibility: Usually designed to be highly visible, often with reflective or brightly colored materials.
- Durability: Built to withstand marine conditions and resist damage from waves, currents, and weather.