ECORD_IODP3Nov 19, 2024
Drillig deep into the mantle has been on the wish list of #ScientificOceanDrilling since #ProjectMohole - #IODP #EXP399 achieved an incredible record with 1268m on TheJR last year - read more about it here: https://science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adp1058 #KeepDrilling
Show threadDoug BostromOct 9, 2024

It really needs to be remarked: --that-- is a joystick!

Photo: Helm of the first DPS (dynamic positioning system), aboard #ProjectMohole drilling barge _Cuss I_. Fritz Goro, Life.

Considering the evolving role of #DPS, the offshore drilling industry should be paying large royalties to #NSF. Which would solve the current problem, maybe?