Sea Sciences Inc. was established in Arlington, Massachusetts, USA in 1997 with the goal of designing and manufacturing portable, field-usable instrumentation for worldwide coastal and freshwater research. Their main product line is centered around the Acrobat™, a versatile computer-driven tow body that supports a variety of R&D instrumentation chosen by the user. The company's staff includes experienced engineers, software developers, electronic technicians, and field support personnel, most of whom are full-time ocean research personnel skilled in systems integration and repair. Sea Sciences' field products are designed for use on small boats with minimal preparation, catering to the needs of coastal and freshwater research.