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Undersea Canyons
James Alden discovers the first known submarine valley. (scientific research) -
Magnetic Striping on the Ocean Floor
The first marine magnetometer finds magnetic striping on the seafloor of the West Coast of the Untied States. (scientific research) -
Development of Ocean Tow System
Deep tow system is the forerunner of all remotely operated unmanned oceanographic systems.(navigation) -
The Discovery of the Sunken Titanic
A research team discovers the Titanic more than 3,800 meters down. This is the most famous shipwreck in modern history. (scientific research) -
Sea Surface Maps
Mapping the surface of the sea. (navigation) -
Sea Floor Maps
U.S. Navy Earth observed satellite leads to the worldwide mapping of the seafloor. (scientific research, military, navigation) -
Auto sub is Launched
Developed and launched an automated robotic vehicle to study oceans. (scientific research) -
Dive in Mariana Trench
Explorer successfully travels to the bottom of the deepest known point in the ocean. (scientific research) -
Biodiversity of the Ocean
Catalogs diversity, abundance, and distribution of marine species. (scientific research) -
First Video of Giant Squid
A Japanese expedition and film crew captures the first video of a live giant squid in its natural environment. (scientific research)