First underwater home for scientists installed 17 metres below the Florida Keys to support marine research
- DEEP has completed the installation of Vanguard, its pilot subsea human habitat, at Tennessee Reef in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
- The system now sits 17 metres below the water’s surface following a complex marine operation, marking a significant milestone in subsea engineering and long-duration underwater research capability.
- The installation enables multi-day subsea missions, allowing crews of up to four aquanauts to live and work underwater for extended periods.
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- DEEP has completed the installation of Vanguard, its pilot subsea human habitat, at Tennessee Reef in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
- The system now sits 17 metres below the water’s surface following a complex marine operation, marking a significant milestone in subsea engineering and long-duration underwater research capability.
- The installation enables multi-day subsea missions, allowing crews of up to four aquanauts to live and work underwater for extended periods.
Sources: Times of India