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DSV Limiting Factor

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DSV Deep Submergence Vehicles, Limiting Factor a Triton 36000/2 submersible.

see:&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victor_Vescovo">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victor_Vescovo</a>

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Pilot situational awareness, fundamental to Triton&rsquo;s design philosophy, has been maximised. All systems external to the pressure hull are mounted to the sides and top of the hull, affording the pilot unobstructed downward and forward sight-lines through three acrylic viewports. External fixtures are mounted outside of the pilot&rsquo;s eye-line while high-output LEDs offer great illumination at depth. The view is augmented by an array of FOD-capable, low-light cameras.

The interior of the&nbsp;Limiting Factor&nbsp;is a study in comfort, utility and ergonomics. Pilot controls are quickly identifiable and easy to operate. Leather padded seats with multiple seating ensure comfortable 8-12 hour dives in an interior that is both temperature and humidity controlled.

Designed specifically for lengthy expeditions in remote areas, the&nbsp;Limiting Factor&rsquo;s essential systems are designed with simplicity and reliability foremost of mind. Maintenance can be carried out at sea using standard tooling, while repairs can be carried out by skilled ships&rsquo; crew, if required.

Specifications and features.

Dive Depth: 11.000m / 36,000 ft

Pressure Test: 14.000m / 45931 ft

Crew compartment hull thickness: 90 mm / 3.54 inches&nbsp;(Titanium alloy)

Capacity: 2 persons, 1 pilot + 1 passenger

Endurance: 16 hours + 96hours on emergency life support

Dry Weight: 25700 lbs / 11.7 tonnes

Payload: 220kg+

Speed (submerged): 1-2kn Vertical, 2-3kn Lateral

Surface Ballast: 2150 liters total

Variable Ballast: Upto 500kg dive weight + 100kg variable

Dimensions: Length 4600 mm / 15 feet - Width 1900mm / 9.2 feet - Height 3700mm / 12.2 feet

Pressure Hull ID: 1500mm / 59 inches

Hatch Inner Diameter: 450mm / 17.7 inches

Power: 24V Supply - Dual Supply + Emergency /&nbsp;Main Battery: 65 kWh

External Lights: 10 x 20000 lumen LED

Life Support: Oxygen + CO2 scrubber

Viewports: 3 x ultra-wide angle

Emergency Release Systems: Batteries, Thrusters, Manipulator

Cameras4 x Wide-angle situational awareness cameras,&nbsp;4 x high-definition mission-recording cameras

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