Revolutionizing Shipwreck Exploration
Deep under the waters of the Rottnest graveyard, a treasure trove of historic shipwrecks lies hidden. Recently, a breakthrough in technology has brought to light a 210-foot shipwreck dating back a century.
Using cutting-edge sensors, the 15-pound underwater drone named Hydrus captured 4K video and imagery of the sunken vessel. Experts were amazed to find that the drone had successfully surveyed the shipwreck in less than five hours, enabling the creation of an interactive 3D rendering of the wreckage.
Unlocking Untold Stories
Dr. Ross Anderson from the WA Museum analyzed the images and revealed that the ship was an iron coal hulk that once served steamships in Western Australia. Believed to have been scuttled in the 1920s or 1930s, the vessel was originally a fast clipper ship engaged in trade between the U.K. and Australia.
These breakthroughs in technology not only provide valuable insights into maritime history but also offer a glimpse into the untold stories hidden beneath the waves.
Exploring the Unknown
This remarkable discovery is just the beginning, as there are an estimated 3 million shipwrecks waiting to be uncovered off the coast of Western Australia. With only 1,800 wrecks documented so far, the team at Advanced Navigation remains dedicated to exploring and revealing more hidden treasures, such as the elusive SS Koombana lost in a storm in 1912.