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October 8, 2024 by HAL
The D/S Oldenburg is a wreck located off the coast of Vadheim, Norway, where the author conducted two dives. The first dive, taken alone, involved navigating in deep and dark waters to locate the wreck, which sank during World War II. The second dive explored deeper sections of the wreck with other divers, allowing for […]
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September 29, 2024 by HAL
The Parat wreck, located in Gulen, Norway, is part of a dive site that includes the wreck of the German freighter MV Ferndale. The Ferndale sank after hitting rocks in December 1944 while transporting potatoes and ammunition. The Parat, a Norwegian dive support vessel, was sent to assist but was also attacked and sank nearby. […]
September 23, 2024 by HAL
The blog post details the author’s experiments with an Insta360 camera while diving inside the wreck of the HMCS Yukon. They aim to capture 360-degree videos for better visualization and to create photogrammetry models of the wreck. Using different lighting techniques, the author found that pointing lights down and backward yields the best results. The […]
September 18, 2024 by HAL
The KNM Uller is a historical wreck located in Gulen, Norway, at a depth of 185 feet. This Norwegian Vale-class gunboat was built in 1876 and later converted to a minelayer. It was sunk during World War II after being bombed by the Royal Norwegian Navy. Scuba divers can explore this site but must be […]
September 14, 2024 by HAL
Gulen Wall Dives offers a unique underwater experience for divers. The Yonagulen Wall has interesting natural structures, similar to those in Japan, and is a great spot for exploring deep drop-offs. The Troll Wall is another exciting dive site known for its overhangs and cave-like areas. Despite tough visibility conditions, both walls showcase fascinating rock […]
September 10, 2024 by HAL
The UB-88 wreck is deteriorating rapidly. A study comparing 3D models from 2021 and 2024 shows significant erosion. Changes are most noticeable in the outer and inner hull. This increased deterioration suggests a more accelerated degradation process. Future dives into the wreck could be more dangerous due to this condition. Read the full article at […]
September 6, 2024 by HAL
The trip to Gulen, Norway, from August 21 to September 1, 2024, centered around diving various World War II wrecks during a “Wreck Safari” week. Despite experiencing the worst weather recorded in over a century, the diving experience was remarkable, especially the beautiful wrecks and thrilling underwater navigation. Divers must be comfortable with currents, compass […]
August 19, 2024 by HAL
The HMCS Yukon Stern Corridor project focuses on documenting the interior of wrecks, specifically the corridor leading from the engine room to the stern. Photo alignment was a major challenge, as taking pictures around thin bulkheads required careful positioning to achieve a consistent view. By using photogrammetry, the goal was to create a 3D model […]
August 15, 2024 by HAL
The HMCS Yukon engine room study began with dives to create a detailed model. The first dive focused on connecting the engine room to the ship’s exterior, taking 157 photos. The second dive collected an additional 550 photos, totaling 800, to depict the engine room accurately. Techniques like removing the model’s exterior “skin” allowed viewers […]
August 12, 2024 by HAL
This article is the first in a series about exploring the interiors of shipwrecks using techniques like 3D photogrammetry. The Ruby E wreck is used as a case study, but divers are advised against entering due to its deteriorating condition. The author faces challenges in creating a unified model of the wreck’s interior and exterior, […]
August 9, 2024 by HAL
Tyler and I searched for a P-38 plane at a depth of 325 feet with Chris & Lora. Read the entire article at wreckedinmyrevo.com
August 5, 2024 by HAL
Exploring an airplane wreck identified as a Hellcat drone (F6F-xK), scuba divers returned to the site to document it and locate the tail section. Read the entire article at wreckedinmyrevo.com
July 21, 2024 by HAL
A group of divers explored the underwater wreck of a WWII F6F-5K Hellcat plane at Pt. Mugu, 200 feet below the surface, as part of an ongoing investigation of potential dive sites. Read the entire article at wreckedinmyrevo.com
June 17, 2024 by HAL
A blogger planned a project to create a photogrammetry model of the New Saturnia dive site in Laguna Beach, exploring the site’s underwater beauty and topography. Read the entire article at wreckedinmyrevo.com
May 10, 2024 by HAL
The post discusses creating a photogrammetry model of the Junkers Ju52 airplane wreck in Kea, Greece at a depth of 205 feet. Read the entire article at wreckedinmyrevo.com
May 8, 2024 by HAL
A project in Kea, Greece involved diving to 205 feet of salt water to explore a Junkers Ju-52 airplane wreck. The idea came about while discussing airplane models, and the expedition was undertaken with Keadivers in 2023. Read the entire article at wreckedinmyrevo.com
April 29, 2024 by HAL
During Operation Vengeance in 1943, Admiral Yamamoto of the Japanese Navy was shot down in the Solomon Islands by US P-38 planes. Read the entire article at wreckedinmyrevo.com
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