Sidescan sonar images for training automated recognition of submerged body-like objects

Dataset

Description

This dataset contains sonar image data collected from various locations in Bath and Bristol, UK. It was collected using an autonomous uncrewed surface vessel (USV) equipped with Blueprint Subsea StarFish 450 and StarFish 990 side scanning sonar.

The higher resolution images were used to train convolutional neural networks (CNNs) for autonomous detection of a sunken mannequin, used as a proxy for a drowning victim in missing persons scenarios.
Date made available30 Oct 2024
PublisherUniversity of Bath
Date of data production5 Oct 2017 - 8 Apr 2022
Geographical coverageKennet and Avon Canal, UK. Minerva Bath Rowing Club, Bath, UK. Underfall Yard, Bristol, UK.

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