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R/V Falkor (too) hosts a Conductivity, Temperature, and Depth (CTD) rosette system for characterizing physical and chemical parameters of the ocean. It carries a Sea-Bird Electronics 911plus CTD system on a rosette carrying 24 twelve-liter Niskin Bottles. CTD sensor configurations are customized for each cruise requesting CTD use and may include: Two temperature sensors (SBE … Continued
We combine advanced science with state-of-the-art technology to achieve lasting results in ocean research, to catalyze sharing of the information, and to communicate this knowledge to audiences around the world. We foster a deeper understanding of our environment. View Operations | View Science Systems Operations Research Vessel Falkor supports the following operations: Over-the-Side Deployments Deployments … Continued
R/V Falkor (too) Standard Labs and Work Areas View our 3D tour Main LabThe 102 square meter main lab is the largest lab space and is for general dry lab use. Layout and Utilities Two -80 freezers (690 liters) Two -30C freezers (700 liters) One +4C refrigerator (700 liters) Two ductless fume hoods Five exhaust … Continued
On its inaugural expedition, Falkor (too) will head to the Mid-Atlantic Ridge with Chief Scientist Dr. David Butterfield from the NOAA Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory – University of Washington, and his team to search for hydrothermal lost cities. In 2000, scientists found a hydrothermal vent system on the Atlantis Massif unlike any seen before. Ghostly towers made … Continued
Investigating Life Without Oxygen in the Tropical Pacific January – February Data from sensors lowered on Falkor's CTD rosette will go to the Marine Geophysical Data System.M. Schrope Large-scale ocean circulation naturally results in low-oxygen areas of the ocean called oxygen deficient zones (ODZs). The cycling of carbon and nutrients – the foundation of marine … Continued
R/V Falkor (too) Working Decks and Deployment Systems The vessel provides a tremendous amount of space and tools for deploying systems to study the ocean. The 900 square meter (9,678 square feet) aft deck hosts the large moon pool, and winches and frames for over-the-side deployments. The vessel's 20.9 meter diameter helideck can support vertical … Continued
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Download the full general arrangement for R/V Falkor (too) Length Overall 110.6 meters Length between perpendiculars 97.8 meters Beam, overall 20.0 meters Height above water 33.0 meters Freeboard 2.9 - 3.5 meters Draft (gondola) 8.5 meters Draft (air) 32.4 meters Depth (moulded) 9.81 meters International Gross Tonnage 7,257 GRT Net Tonnage 2,250 NRT … Continued
Schmidt Ocean Institute is a 501(c)(3) private non-profit operating foundation established to advance oceanographic research, discovery, and knowledge, and catalyze sharing of information about the oceans. Schmidt Ocean Institue Acquires New Research Vessel To Expand Ability To Explore, Research The Ocean March 23, 2021 Schmidt Ocean Institute announced today it has acquired a new research … Continued
Overview Application Process Apply Online Previous Student Opportunties Investigating Life Without Oxygen in the Tropical Pacific Eastern Tropical North Pacific, Hawaii to Tahiti — January 18, 2016 – February 11, 2016 Large-scale ocean circulation naturally results in low-oxygen areas of the ocean called oxygen minimum zones (OMZs). The cycling of carbon and nutrients – the foundation of marine life, called … Continued
ROV SuBastian being launched off Falkor's aft deck via winch and A-frame. ROV SuBastian Developed by Schmidt Ocean Institute specifically to be operated off R/V Falkor, ROV SuBastian is outfitted with a suite of sensors and scientific equipment to support scientific data and sample collection, as well as interactive research, experimentation, and technology development. Full … Continued
