Side scan sonars are designed to capture detailed images of the seafloor by emitting sound waves in a fan shape, perpendicular to the path of the sonar device. These sound waves bounce off the seabed, and the time and intensity of their return provide detailed images of the seabed’s texture and objects on the surface. Since side scan sonars do not move on their own, they must be mounted on a moving platform, such as an ROV, USV, or vessel, to capture continuous images. This makes side scan sonar particularly effective for mapping large areas, identifying objects, and detecting obstacles or debris on the seafloor. With their high-contrast imaging capability, side scan sonars are indispensable in applications such as wreck location, environmental monitoring, and archaeological exploration.