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The first ocean diving and sailing vessels were introduced, along with technological advancements such as the first diving bells and maps. (scientific research)
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With advancements in sailing vessels and diving technology, explorers began traveling farther around the world and discovering new land. (navigation)
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The development of diving suits and helmets made deep diving possible and the first submarine was invented. (scientific research)
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More advanced diving equipment developed such as the first scuba, which allowed discoveries of deep sea life. (scientific research)
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The first map of the ocean floor is created, and a supposed extinct prehistoric fish is discovered alive on the ocean floor. (scientific research)
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The sinkage of the Titanic after hitting an iceberg led to development of an acoustic device to see objects ahead of a vessel. (scientific research)
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The Electronic Position Indicator was invented to give accuracies of 100 feet from distances up to 200 miles off shore. (navigation)
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration was developed. (scientific research)
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A research team found the Titanic shipwreck more than 3,810 meters down. (scientific research)
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Announcements of a plan to map out Earth's entire ocean floor by 2030 were made by a scientific team. (scientific research)
