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Dr. Fred Noel Spiess was a naval officer, oceanographer and marine explorer. His work created new advances in marine technology including the FLIP Floating Instrument Platform, the Deep Tow vehicle for study of the seafloor, and the use of acoustics for underwater navigation and geodetic positioning.
 
Born: December 25, 1919
Died: September 8, 2006 (age 86 years)
Award: Maurice Ewing Medal

Dr. Fred Noel Spiess

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