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Priority:
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Primary
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Position:
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4.933064°N, 73.071305°E
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Jurisdiction:
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Maldives
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Water depth (m):
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520
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Target drilling depth (mbsf):
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435
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Approved maximum penetration (mbsf):
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532
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Survey coverage (track map; seismic profile):
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Location map (Fig. F19)
Primary line(s): Line 65 (Fig. F20)
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Objective(s):
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1. Analyze cyclostratigraphy of drift deposits, providing reconstructions of changes in the current regime and monsoon cyclicity
2. Constrain the timing of unconformities and sedimentary interruptions |
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Drilling program:
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Triple APC to 200 mbsf
Hole
A: APCT-3 measurements and orientation
Hole C: XCB to ~435 mbsf |
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Logging and downhole measurement program:
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Wireline log with triple combo and FMS-sonic
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Nature of rock anticipated:
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Calcareous ooze, chalk, limestone
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