Exosuit

Nuytco

The latest in submersion technology is making a big splash in underwater research.

The hard-metal Exosuit, developed by Nuytco Research, Inc., allows divers to safely operate as deep as 1,000 feet for hours while maintaining dexterity and flexibility under the immense pressure.

How can a diver operate for that long at such a great depth? The aluminum alloy suit has an atmospheric diving system (ADS) that maintains the inner pressure of the suit at one atmosphere (surface pressure). It's essentially a personal, wearable submarine that eliminates virtually all of the dangers that diving usually entails. The suit can also be controlled remotely in situations where a diver could be at risk.

The suit is equipped with an HD camera, SONAR and LED lights. There are two redundant oxygen systems with a total capacity of 50 hours and a 50-hour
Carbon Dioxide scrubber. Diving in this suit will allow scientists to observe marine life in the oceans’ depths and perform delicate work with ease. T

IBTimes reported that the first saltwater trial has already taken place. Earlier in May the suit underwent testing in Massachusetts at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI).

The suit will embark on an underwater excavation in September when it delves into the depth of the Aegean Sea. Archeologists believe that the "world's oldest computer," lost more than 2,000 years ago in a Roman shipwreck, still remains on the ocean floor. This suit could be the key to its recovery.