While we’ve already sent previous batches of cups down on the CTD cast to depths greater than 1,200 meters, we’ll be sending this round down on AUV Sentry to a depth of approximately 600 meters. Here, mechanical engineer Andy Billings works to secure the cups in the vehicle’s center compartment.
Storing Cups
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While we’ve already sent previous batches of cups down on the CTD cast to depths greater than 1,200 meters, we’ll be sending this round down on AUV Sentry to a depth of approximately 600 meters. Here, mechanical engineer Andy Billings works to secure the cups in the vehicle’s center compartment.

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