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Science & Ship Equipment

Scientific Instrumentation

A suite of scientific instrumentation available for us about WHOI vessels.

Mapping & Acoustic Systems

Information on the systems that scientists use to map the seafloor.

Navigation

Atlantis is outfitted with a full suite of navigational equipment.

Lab Infrastructure & Storage

These spaces are dedicated to the sole use of the scientific party and the SSSG technicians.

Data Networks & Distribution

Data from the ship's instruments are collected on a server and shared on the networks.

Internet & Satellite Connectivity

The vessel is outfitted to provide worldwide voice, data, and internet communications.

Deck Equipment & Overboarding

Atlantis is outfitted with two permanent hydraulic marine cranes and one portable utility crane.

Winches & Wires

Atlantis is outfitted with three permanently installed oceanographic winches.

Special Request Equipment

East Coast Van Pool, East Coast Winch Pool, McLane Pumps, Multicore, MISO, NETS, etc.

Alvin Equipment

Alvin enables in-situ data collection and observation by two scientists to depths reaching 4,500 meters.