SeaOrbiter is a nomadic underwater home able to host 18 to 22 crew members to observe, listen to and study marine ecosystems 24/7 on long-term scientific missions lasting over 6 months. It enables its crew to live in symbiosis with marine animals in the midst of the oceans.
SeaOrbiter is a scientific platform that gives us a direct insight into the ecosystem of the open ocean, thanks to its capabilities of uninterrupted continuous observation and analysis of physiochemical parameters. The vessel is designed to evolve in a quiescent mode to better capture a great variety of physical and ecological data.
SeaOrbiter allows conducting experiments in a complex and confined extreme environment and to undertake permanent and direct exists into the aquatic realm at -12m below the surface. It deploys vehicles and devices for exploring the deep ocean down to 6000m. Due to its similarities with the life conditions found in space, SeaOrbiter provides a space simulator.
SeaOrbiter is a multimedia communication platform producing a constant flow of educational programs and information for the public. With its integrated multimedia production unit and its real-time communication capabilities, SeaOrbiter is able to share the adventures and discoveries directly with the world in real-time.