Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : What Is Happening To...Underwater Habitats
We've been promised underwater living for 60+ years, so where is it? Brendon wraps up the "What is happening to..." series by breaking down why so few underwater habitats ever get built.In this episode:Funding: why raising money is harder than you think, even for a name like CousteauAmbient pressure vs one atmosphere, and why scientists stick with ambient pressureSiting, permits and legal red tapeSaltwater corrosion and never-ending maintenanceInsurance, waivers and legal costsWhat it costs: Aquarius vs ProteusWhy ASC is still pushing forwardComing up:We'll be at the DEMA Show next week…
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