Science of the deep

Introduction > Scientific techniques > Equipment

Researching the deep is dominated by two exotic pieces of equipment. Manned submersibles allow scientists to physically visit the deep-sea, practically immersing themselves in the environment. They are expensive and rarely used by the vast majority of scientists. ROV's on the other hand, are widely available and when used effectively can be almost as good as a submersible.

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