Dive 1469 – Cable Routes Across Axial Seamount
The day started early with the first live-streaming class as part of the VAST (Visions at-Sea Telepresence) program led by Dr. Leslie Sautter
August 25, 2011
Category: Visions 11
Post-Cruise Post
So what happens after a research cruise? Firstly, I'm hoping to be able to do some troubleshooting for the researchers who are on Leg 2. The
August 25, 2011
August 25, 2011
Das Boot
After having a few shifts in the ROV room, which is quite the experience, I can honestly say that watching these guys operate their sub is slight
August 25, 2011
Diving at the ASHES Hydrothermal Field
It is 1815 (6:15 pm) Pacific Time and we are about to go into the water with the robotic vehicle ROPOS again to dive in the ASHES hydrothermal field
August 25, 2011
New Lava Flow and Snow Blowers
Yesterday we saw the new lava flow for the first time. Dark pillow basalts blanketed the seafloor in s
August 24, 2011
NPR Story on Cabled Observatory
Tom Banse, Regional Correspondent for NPR and KUOW 94.9, reports on the OOI regional cabled network and the VISIONS ’11 cruise.
August 24, 2011
New lava flows
Because Axial Seamount erupted so recently, we have a really unique opportunity to see what a seafloor lava flow looks like so soon after it occu
August 24, 2011
Entry 8
Last night, the stars were incredible. The Milky Way was even visible. I sat out there for a while, and watched as my night vision got better. It
August 24, 2011
Day Five
During my shift today, I was able to partake in a survey of the new lava on and within the Axial Caldera. I was able to see and document lava who
August 24, 2011