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Using a five passenger submarine and a remotely operated vehicle, a team of local explorers has discovered a historic Mosquito Fleet Steamer in Elliott Bay near Alki Point that they believe is the SS Dix, which sank in 1906 and has not been seen since. After 104 years, the sinking of the Dix is still considered the worst maritime disaster in Puget Sound.

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First Detailed 3D Survey of 1901 Gold Rush “Ghost” Shipwreck Unveiled

Researchers and “citizen scientists” used breakthrough technology to create the first high-resolution, 3D digital mode of a perfectly preserved steamboat frozen for over 100 years in Canada’s sub arctic. The survey, which would have taken years to complete using traditional underwater archaeology techniques, took only days employing the new sonar scanning system provided by BlueView Technologies and OceanGate.

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OceanGate Launches Local Science Expeditions

Exploring Puget Sound using remotely operated vehicles (ROVs)—an experience once available only to a small group of scientists—is now accessible to anyone looking for the thrill of scientific discovery. OceanGate today announced its first marine research missions giving “citizen scientists” the opportunity to explore the diverse and exciting undersea, using some of the most advanced robotics in the field of oceanic research.

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OceanGate Announces Acquisition of Antipodes Research Submarine

OceanGate, an Everett-based venture organizing deep ocean science-based expeditions, announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Antipodes, a fully-equipped research submarine that will give scientists and paying clients a chance to explore the vast underwater world. The 7-ton sub's unique capabilities allows it to carry 5 people to a depth of 1,000 feet and afford them unparalleled views through twin 58" acrylic hemi-spherical domes in the fore and aft of the vessel. OceanGate will utilize the sub primarily for scientific research while also making it available through charters and leases to filmmakers, yacht owners, resorts, tour operators, explorers, non-profit organizations, and government agencies.

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