DSV Shinkai 2000
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DSV Shinkai 2000 was a deep-submergence vehicle (DSV) operated by the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC). It was designed for deep-sea exploration and had a maximum operating depth of 2,000 meters.
Design and Construction[edit | edit source]
The Shinkai 2000 was constructed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and launched in 1981. It was designed to carry a crew of three, including a pilot and two researchers, to depths of up to 2,000 meters. The submersible was equipped with various scientific instruments and cameras to conduct underwater research and exploration.
Operational History[edit | edit source]
During its operational period from 1981 to 2002, Shinkai 2000 conducted numerous dives in the Pacific Ocean, contributing significantly to marine science. It was instrumental in studying underwater geology, marine biology, and hydrothermal vent systems. The data collected by Shinkai 2000 helped in understanding the deep-sea environment and its ecosystems.
Retirement[edit | edit source]
Shinkai 2000 was retired in 2002, succeeded by the more advanced DSV Shinkai 6500, which could reach depths of 6,500 meters. The retirement of Shinkai 2000 marked the end of an era in Japanese deep-sea exploration, but its contributions to marine science remain invaluable.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- DSV Shinkai 6500
- Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology
- Deep-submergence vehicle
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
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