Vanguard, a new subsea habitat set to launch beneath the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, allows teams of four scientists to live underwater for a week. This capability offers extended diving opportunities, reducing risks like decompression sickness by keeping operational pressure equal to the water. With the technology to withstand severe hurricanes, Vanguard is designed for safety, providing air and energy for at least 72 hours in emergencies.
Originally inspired by past subsea habitats, Vanguard introduces modern advancements in design and technology, fostering new scientific endeavors. Deep, the company behind Vanguard, envisions permanent aquatic communities, with plans for a successor, Sentinel, expected by 2027. This modular habitat will significantly expand living space and operational capacity, aiming to transform ocean exploration. The habitat is anticipated to revitalize ocean science and exploration, unveiling the mysteries of our planet’s life support system, the ocean.
👉 Pročitaj original: MIT Technology Review – AI
