How does MBARI conduct its research?
MBARI operates three oceanographic research vessels (Point Lobos, Western Flyer, and Zephyr) and two remotely operated vehicles (ROVS)—ROV Ventana and ROV Doc Ricketts. These vessels allow researchers to explore and perform experiments in the deep sea. The institute also uses autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), scientific moorings, and other instruments for gathering data from the ocean surface to the deep sea floor. MBARI maintains science, engineering, and operations facilities in Moss Landing that support laboratory experiments, technology design, and equipment manufacturing as needed for ongoing research. We use a wide array of computer technology to develop and support systems for collecting, transmitting, and analyzing data from the marine environment. MBARI also collaborates with researchers from other organizations to share facilities and data. • What are ROVs and AUVs? ROVs and AUVs are basically robot submarines. Neither ROVs nor AUVs are designed to carry people. Remotely
