Acoustics

What are the different types of acoustic sensors?

From Sound to Insight: Explore the Power of Acoustic Sensors
Acoustic sensors are transforming how we monitor, protect, and operate in aquatic environments—detecting underwater noise, emissions, and environmental change in real time.

Why Acoustic Sensors Matter

In today's maritime and environmental sectors, acoustic sensors are essential tools for real-time monitoring, regulatory compliance, and sustainability. These devices help detect underwater noise pollution, monitor emissions, ensure safer navigation, and protect marine biodiversity—all by capturing and interpreting sound.

What Are Acoustic Sensors?

Acoustic sensors detect, measure, and convert sound waves into actionable data. Whether monitoring underwater noise, tracking emissions, or guiding ships safely through unknown territories, these devices are the "ears" of modern maritime technology.

Tracking marine life and soundscapes

Identifying environmental and industrial noise

Supporting safe navigation

Measuring compliance with sound and emissions standards

Acoustic Wave Sensors

These sensors use acoustic waves to detect physical or chemical changes in the environment—such as pressure, temperature, or gas presence.
Acoustic waves interact with substances or surfaces, and changes in wave behavior (frequency, velocity, etc.) reveal environmental variations.

Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) Sensors

Ideal for chemical/gas detection

Bulk Acoustic Wave (BAW) Sensors

High-precision readings of pressure or temperature

Love Wave Sensors

Excellent for monitoring changes in liquid environments

Noise Level Sensors

These sensors measure the intensity of sound (in decibels) to assess noise levels in any given environment.
Using transducers and microphones, they capture acoustic signals, filter background noise, and provide real-time measurements of noise intensity.

Environmental monitoring

Urban and industrial zones require constant monitoring to ensure noise levels remain within acceptable limits.

Underwater construction noise tracking

Monitors noise levels from marine construction to minimize impact on aquatic life.

Marine wildlife protection zones

Ensures noise levels remain below thresholds that could disturb or harm protected species.

Compliance with regulations

Helps organizations meet international noise pollution regulations and standards.

Emissions Sensors

Designed to detect and quantify pollutants (e.g., CO₂, NOx, SOx) released into the air or water, emissions sensors support environmental compliance.
Sensors record acoustic emissions from engines or machinery and analyze patterns to identify emission sources, helping industries take corrective action.

Temperature Sensors

Monitor heat levels from exhaust systems

Pressure Sensors

Detect fluctuations in fluid/gas pressure

Surface Sensors

Monitor heat, pressure, or moisture on machinery or ship hulls

Sinay's Smart Sensor Ecosystem

At Sinay, we combine advanced acoustic hardware with AI-driven software platforms to create a complete marine monitoring solution.

Real-time underwater noise tracking

Vessel-mounted and buoy-based sensor systems

Seamless integration with shipping systems

Custom dashboards and automated alerts

BAG/BACI-compliant environmental monitoring

Whether you're managing a port, protecting a marine reserve, or overseeing a coastal development, Sinay's PAM tech ensures protection, compliance, and sustainability.

Practical Applications Across Industries

Acoustic sensors support sustainability and safety across multiple domains:

Maritime navigation

Marine life protection

Offshore wind farm monitoring

Harbor air & noise quality assessment

Industrial pollution detection

Wildlife conservation in protected zones

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