'Sound' Technology Used in Sediment Research.

The article a study conducted by the U.S. Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists which examines a new method to analyze sediment movement through sound. ARS hydraulic engineers Roger Kuhnle and Daniel Wren, along with their collaborators, used acoustics and automated sampling to check how sediment affects waterways and dams. They applied acoustic science to measure the transportation rate of sand and gravel in streams. The ARS stated that the research is aimed at helping agriculture and waterways to coexist in a cost-effective and an environment-friendly fashion. It also studied the effects of erosion, soil runoff, and urban and industrial activities on water quality. Meanwhile, engineer Ron Bingner assessed the impact of environmental processes on downstream elements.