WhoThe Okeanos Explorer is a discovery ship that include scientists and technicians on board. They work with shore-based exploration teams to use remotely operated vehicles and other sensor systems to conduct preliminary investigations.
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WhatUnderway reconnaissance involves mapping the ocean floor and water column while the ship is underway, and using other sensors to measure chemical and physical properties of seawater.
Water column exploration involves making measurements of chemical and physical properties “from top to bottom” while the ship is stopped. In some cases these measurements may be made routinely at pre-selected locations, while in other cases they may be made to decide whether an area with suspected anomalies should be more thoroughly investigated. Site characterization involves more detailed exploration of a specific region, including obtaining high quality imagery, making measurements of chemical and physical seawater properties, and obtaining appropriate samples. |
WhereThe Okeanos Explorer doesn't have a specific location. It simply explores remote locations of the ocean.
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WhenThe Okeanos Explorer doesn't have a specific location. It simply explores remote locations of the ocean.
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WhyThe role of the Okeanos Explorer is to locate new features in the deep ocean, and conduct preliminary investigations that provide enough data to characterize the site and enable other scientists to determine whether or not to follow up with future expeditions.
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