Launch of the ROV Tiburon though the moonpool, a special opening in the middle of the Western Flier.

The remotely operated vehicle (ROV) Tiburon being launched though the "moonpool," a special opening in the middle of the research vessel (R/V) Western Flyer. The moonpool's floor is high above the surface of the water. Image courtesy of NOAA/MBARI 2006.

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