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Scuba News
June 5, 2024 by HAL
Backmounted counter lungs (BMC) are common in the tech diving community, yet divers may overlook the impact of counterlung configurations on performance and safety. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
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Sixty years ago, the first American aquanauts entered Sealab I to showcase saturation diving, proving longer deep-sea stays were possible. Sealab I, located southwest of Bermuda, laid the foundation for deep-sea exploration. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
Activists are against building a bridge in the Strait of Messina to connect Sicily, considering it an environmental threat. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
In the early days of diving in Sharm El-Sheikh, Howard Rosenstein pioneered diving in Sinai, revealing hidden treasures and shipwrecks. The post discusses historical discoveries and the beginnings of Red Sea diving. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
Divers are advised to assess their rescue skills for scenarios like assisting tech divers at depths of 30m/100ft or 76m/250ft, including dealing with unconscious teammates or situations in caves. The importance of emergency preparedness and ongoing training is emphasized for effective responses in challenging diving circumstances. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
Rebreather training is highly specialized and configuration-specific, unlike other forms of training. According to ISO standards, instructors now need to use the same equipment as their students. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
The Scuba Force’s SF2 eCCR, introduced in 2012, combines electronic controls with a passive semiclosed rebreather (PSCR), designed by Horst Dederichs. The philosophy and details behind this rebreather are explained by the Scuba Force founder. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
May 26, 2024 by HAL
Buddy Dive TeK is extending Bonaire TeK, a popular tec diving event attracting divers and gear manufacturers worldwide, to run from September 28 to October 5, 2024. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
May 18, 2024 by HAL
David Doolette, a renowned diving physiologist, has become the Scientific Director of the U.S. Navy Experimental Diving Unit (NEDU). He will oversee scientific initiatives and planning for the organization in addition to his role as a Diving Research Physiologist located in Florida. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
May 1, 2024 by HAL
Dr. Rachel Lance’s book explores how D-Day scientists supported WWII through self-experimentation, which was uncommonly ethical today. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
End-tidal CO2 monitoring is crucial for diver safety; current CO2 sensors measure levels on the inhale side, lacking monitoring on the exhale. The development of sensors is advancing, raising the possibility of broader implementation in diving. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
Advances in 360 cameras and 3D photogrammetry software have made underwater 3D modeling more affordable, creating new opportunities in underwater science and virtual reality. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
The GUE NextGen Scholarship is open for 2024-2025, offering a year of training and support for passionate divers aiming for further education, exploration, and conservation efforts. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
In the 1990s, tech divers developed safety guidelines based on Sheck Exley’s book to reduce fatalities. The resulting recommendations, known as Blueprint 2.0, are still relevant today, focusing on oxygen limits and airway protection. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
Tech divers explore deep underwater destinations, but considering high altitude dives like Boesmansgat Cave, Lake Titicaca, or Lake Tahoe presents unique challenges. Special knowledge, equipment, and techniques are needed for safety, as explained by Technical Instructor Benjamin Hadfield. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
Global Underwater Explorers launches a project portal for diving projects. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
Andrea Murdoch Alpini explored the SS Rigel wreck in the Baltic Sea, which sank after being trapped in pack ice 100 years ago. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
Stefan Panis and his team explore Pignon Mine in Belgium, aiming to create a 3D model and document the site. Unexpectedly, they discover more explosives and a mysterious wooden shaft to investigate further. Read the entire article at indepthmag.com
April 9, 2024 by HAL
The Thalmann Algorithm is a framework for creating decompression models, not a specific model itself. Researchers can use a configuration file to specify parameters. Read the article
April 3, 2024 by HAL
Divers share their love for California diving. Read the article
In modern tunnel work, employees used trimix tables under high pressure, designed by a decompression engineer, to keep operations going. Read the article
Tech divers face increased DCS risks with Buhlmann algorithms at greater depths and durations. The Thalmann algorithm, adopted by the US Navy in 2008, offers customizable risk management. Some divers may prefer quicker ascent times. Read the article
The Human Diver promotes diving education, using AI for safety. Read the article
British cave diving team from Shepton Mallet and Wessex Cave Clubs with CDG extended caves in Thailand, using streamlined configurations and gas logistics. Read the article
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