The Chinese mainland has set a new record in polar research. During its 15th Arctic Ocean scientific expedition, teams carried out the world's first underwater cooperative operation between a manned submersible and a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) in the Arctic region.
This milestone demonstrates a leap in ocean exploration technology and teamwork. By pairing the submersible's human-operated flexibility with the ROV's remote capabilities, researchers can tackle challenging ice-covered depths and gather critical insights into mysterious undersea landscapes.
Experts say the success of this joint dive could reshape how future expeditions balance human presence and robotic support. As the Arctic becomes a focal point for scientific discovery and climate monitoring, these innovations will be key to unlocking the ocean's hidden stories and charting a course for global collaboration in extreme environments.
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China completes world's first Arctic dive with manned submersible, ROV
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