Ocean Vibes Playground, a Public Showcase of Real-World Current Measurement Technology

The ocean is a notoriously difficult place to measure. For decades, our understanding of its vast, swirling currents has relied on a patchwork of satellite data, sparse scientific buoys, and complex numerical simulations. But what if we could get a direct measurement, in very near-real-time, using the thousands of ships already sailing the seas?

That’s the reality behind eOdyn’s new Ocean Vibes Playground, a fascinating web app that visualizes ocean surface currents: the data isn’t a forecast or a simulation. It’s a measurement.

The magic behind it is eOdyn’s OS (Omni-Situ) technology. Here’s how it works: Every large ship constantly broadcasts its position and movement via AIS (Automatic Identification System). eOdyn’s technology cleverly analyzes this data. It looks for the tiny, subtle drift that ocean currents impart on a vessel’s hull. By calculating the difference between where a ship is trying to go and where the ocean is actually taking it, eOdyn can map the currents with incredible accuracy.

 

Please Note: This application is a powerful demonstration of eOdyn’s OS technology. It is provided for discovery and exploration, not for professional or operational use such as route planning or safety at sea. The AIS data for this demonstration is graciously supplied by the French Maritime Affairs (DGAMPA).

Ready to see the ocean like never before?

Test Ocean Vibes Playground now!