= Acoustic Doppler current profiler
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An Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) is a scientific instrument used to measure the velocity of water currents in various aquatic environments, such as rivers, lakes, and oceans. It utilizes the Doppler effect, which describes the change in frequency of waves in relation to an observer moving relative to the source of the waves. \#\#\# How it Works: 1. **Acoustic Pulses**: The ADCP emits sound pulses (acoustic waves) into the water column.
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