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Sept. 12, 2014 - NOAA Okeanos Explorer's remotely
operated vehicle (ROV). |
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The ROV works in tandem with
Seirios camera sled (below). While the ROV is on the floor the
Seirios sled can be positioned about 50 meters above providing
situational awareness; its lights can illuminate an area the size of a
football field.
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Everything must withstand the
immense pressures of ocean depths. Tubing with mineral oil helps
protect the wiring.
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