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Researchers have developed an underwater navigation system powered by sound

Italian Coast Guard divers use an underwater camera at sea off the coast of Lazio during a study on the health of Italy's seas and improvements to marine life due to a lack of human activities during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) lockdown, in this still picture taken from video, April 29, 2020. Picture taken April 29, 2020. Italian Coast Guard/Handout via REUTERS THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. MANDATORY CREDIT. - RC2MNH96KUWS

The innovation could open up new potential in underwater exploration. Image: via REUTERS

Daniel Ackerman
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