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  • Rectifying and Stabilizing Planet SkySat Video Collects for Bathymetric Inversions from Space

    Abstract: This Coastal and Hydraulics Engineering Technical Note (CHETN) presents the development of a workflow to process Planet SkySat videos collected from space at the US Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL), Field Research Facility (FRF), in Duck, North Carolina, to derive wave kinematics and perform bathymetric inversions. The document summarizes the nine 30–60 s* satellite video collections, demonstrates the accuracy of an automated rectification and stabilization workflow, and applies a new short-dwell version of a common inversion algorithm (cBathy) to demonstrate the utility of short-dwell videos from space providing an initial out-of-the-box assessment of errors for one of the collections, and recommends future avenues of research for improving bathymetric predictions.

  • Finding the spark: One Walla Walla native’s drive to become an electrical engineer

    Growing up, Eric Hedine loved science and pictured himself becoming a biologist. However, his plans shifted when he discovered electrical engineering.

  • Bowman assumes command of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District

    Col. Brandon L. Bowman assumed command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Jacksonville District, during a Change of Command ceremony held July 26 at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts, Jacoby Symphony Hall.

  • Leaders use continual improvement approach to support safety culture

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 26, 2024) – With very large construction and operations projects in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District, creating a safe workplace is critical to mission success, and a responsibility every employee shares.

  • MKARNS Nav Notice No. SWL 24-57 USCG Advisory Van Buren Railroad Bridge NM 300.8

    Mariners are advised that the Van Buren Railroad Drawbridge (NM 300.8) will be out of service on August 10, 2024 and August 11, 2024, between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. each day.

  • Swim Beach Reopened at Blue Marsh Lake

    Swimming restrictions at the Dry Brooks Day Use Area Swim Beach have been lifted. Water samples from the designated swimming area have been taken daily for the past week and results indicate that bacteria levels have returned to safe levels for public swimming activities.

  • Balancing Contracts and Contests: The Dual Life of a Bodybuilding Mom

    Glenda Canty effortlessly balances two distinct roles with precision: by day, she oversees the allocation of Civil Works contracts for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District as a Contracting Officer and the Civil Works Section Chief. However, as the sun sets, Canty shifts her focus to a markedly different arena: competitive women’s figure bodybuilding.

  • Nisqually John Landing Boat Dock to be inaccessible during gangway repairs

    CLARKSTON, Wash. – The Nisqually John Landing boat dock will be inaccessible from land starting Monday, July 29, while the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District performs essential repairs to the gangway. Repairs are expected to be completed by Thursday, Aug. 1.

  • City of Hampton and USACE sign agreement to unite for coastal resiliency

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Norfolk District, and the City of Hampton signed a Feasibility Cost Share Agreement on Friday, July 26 to kick off the Peninsula Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study in partnership with the City of Hampton and neighboring municipalities.

  • Jesse Pennington, Buffalo District engineer ready to tackle a new career

    Starting a new career and moving to a new city after graduating from college can be a scary and daunting step for anyone to take. Recent University of Akron graduate, Jesse Pennington, is ready to move forward with a confidence and strength that will help her handle anything the engineering world brings. Jesse took a few moments to speak with us about her journey to the Buffalo District and a little about her sports career.