duikgegevens

Duikgegevens, or dive data, refers to the information recorded during a scuba diving activity. This data is crucial for ensuring diver safety, tracking performance, and for recreational or scientific purposes. Modern dive computers automatically log a variety of parameters. Key duikgegevens typically include maximum depth reached during the dive, total dive time, and ascent rate. Ascent rate is particularly important as a rapid ascent can lead to decompression sickness.

Additionally, dive computers record the water temperature at different depths, the surface interval between dives, and the nitrogen loading of the diver's tissues. This nitrogen information helps calculate safe ascent profiles and recommended surface intervals to prevent decompression issues. Some advanced dive computers may also log GPS coordinates, dive buddy information, and even heart rate.

Divers also manually record or observe other duikgegevens, such as visibility, current conditions, and any notable marine life encountered. For technical divers, the data recorded is even more extensive, often involving multiple gas mixes, planned decompression stops, and detailed gas consumption rates. Proper logging and analysis of duikgegevens are fundamental to safe and responsible diving practices.