This article from InDEPTH Magazine by Phil Short of DEEP Research Labs provides a chronological overview of human subsea habitats, beginning with early experiments and detailing the development of various types, including floating, access shaft, semi-autonomous, and autonomous designs. It highlights significant missions and structures throughout history, such as Conshelf, Sealab, Hydrolab, and Aquarius Reef Base, noting their purpose and contributions to ocean exploration and understanding. The text also discusses current and future projects in subsea habitation, emphasizing the goal of enabling extended human presence on the continental shelf. The article concludes by referencing related resources like books and other InDEPTH articles for further information.

Original article : https://indepthmag.com/a-visual-history-of-subsea-habitats/

#SubseaHabitats #UnderwaterExploration #OceanResearch #HumanHabitation #Conshelf #Sealab #Hydrolab #AquariusReefBase #DEEPResearchLabs #InDEPTHMagazine #SubseaTechnology #ContinentalShelf #OceanicMissions

Why do you follow ASC and / or Colonize The Ocean? For some it is just to be a part of the potential of something great, but what is it for you?

#scuba #underwater #future #community #support #underwaterhabitat #seasteading

This episode examines the advantages of using underwater habitats for simulating space missions, particularly for long-duration stays on the Moon and Mars. While acknowledging the limitations of previous facilities like land-based analogs and training pools, the text emphasizes how next-generation underwater habitats, with modular designs and advanced technology, can overcome these shortcomings. It highlights the similarities between extreme space and underwater environments, such as the impression of reduced gravity, psychological stressors, and technical/logistical demands. Finally, the paper presents the Calamar Park concept for a European Underwater Research Station as a promising solution that addresses the new requirements for space travel simulations, emphasizing its potential for international collaboration and interdisciplinary use.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2468896725000205?dgcid=author

#UnderwaterHabitats #SpaceMissionSimulation #LunarMissions #MarsMissions #AnalogEnvironments #NextGenHabitats #ModularDesign #SpaceTravel #PsychologicalStressors #CalamarPark #UnderwaterResearch #EuropeanSpaceResearch #InternationalCollaboration #InterdisciplinaryResearch #ExtremeEnvironments

A short series addresses popular frequently asked questions around underwater habitats and ASC.

#ocean #underwater #marineengineering #underwaterhabitat #underwaterhabitats #scuba #marinebiology #marineecology #faq #questions #answers

Alright, so maybe not the best title on this one.

Brendon discusses why ASC has pivoted on their approach to "colonizing the ocean" and how this has been a discussion point for many years.

Do you agree that this is a wise move? Are you excited about the potential?

#underwaterhabitat #underwater #scuba #freshwater #marineengineering #design

This article discusses the ambitious goals of a U.K. startup named DEEP, which aims to establish permanent underwater habitats for humans, drawing parallels to SpaceX's impact on space exploration. DEEP plans to construct underwater living spaces using 3D-printing technology, starting with smaller, short-term habitats and progressing to larger, longer-term facilities. The article highlights the potential for ocean research and habitation, referencing historical attempts and a recent record-breaking underwater stay, while also acknowledging the technical, biological, and ecological challenges of long-term deep-sea living. Ultimately, DEEP envisions a future with multiple underwater developments globally and even anticipates the first human birth underwater by 2050, signifying a return to humanity's aquatic origins.

#UnderwaterHabitat #DEEPStartup #OceanExploration #3DPrinting #DeepSeaLiving #AquaticFuture #MarineResearch #UnderwaterArchitecture #HumanityAquatic #OceanInnovation

A short series addresses popular frequently asked questions around underwater habitats and ASC.

#ocean #underwater #marineengineering #underwaterhabitat #underwaterhabitats #scuba #marinebiology #marineecology #faq #questions #answers #results #progress

In this 5-minute Colonize The Ocean short, Brendon dives into modular underwater habitats—prefab units that connect like LEGO to create scalable ocean communities. Discover how these building blocks could make underwater living affordable and flexible, from small pods to thriving cities. Inspired by a listener question, Brendon explores their potential and invites you to share your ideas on Discord or Patreon. Join us to dream big about the deep-sea future!

#UnderwaterLiving #OceanColonization #ModularHabitats #Seasteading #UnderwaterCities #MarineInnovation #OceanFuture #ColonizeTheOcean #SustainableDesign #DeepSeaDreams