Author : Kevin Gurr
Publisher : Periscope Publishing Ltd.
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 34,51 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Scuba diving
ISBN : 1904381200
'Technical Diving From The Bottom Up' is a guide to both 'would be' and experienced technical divers. Covering a range of topics, it is designed to guide the reader through the basics such as physiology and equipment configuration, before moving onto deep mixed gas decompression diving and the use of rebreathers.
Author : Gary Gentile
Publisher : Gary Gentile Productions
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 21,51 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Science
ISBN :
Author : Simon Pridmore
Publisher : Simon Pridmore
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 37,35 MB
Release : 2023-02-06
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN :
Technically Speaking – Talks on Technical Diving Volume 1: Genesis and Exodus is the latest book from best-selling Scuba series author Simon Pridmore. It is a series of themed talks telling the early history of technical diving—where it came from, how it developed, how it expanded across the world, who the important movers were and how, in the decade from 1989 to 1999, the efforts of a few determined people changed scuba diving forever. These ten years saw the greatest shake-up the sport has ever seen but technical diving’s road to universal acceptance was anything but smooth, many obstacles had to be overcome and there were times when even viewed in retrospect, it seemed that its advocates might fail in their mission. Ultimately, success came down to perseverance, people power, good timing and more than a little luck. Technical diving trailblazer Kevin Gurr comments: “Simon has completed a complex task with consummate skill and has accurately unravelled the when's, the who's and some of the why's, much of which would have been unjustifiably lost in the mists of time if not for this work. Thank you, Simon, for capturing the memory of lost and surviving friends, for detailing one of diving's most pioneering eras and for helping others and myself remember how much fun it all was!” And Oztek and Tekdive convenor David Strike writes: “Charting the growth and development of an aspect of diving that ranks as one of the most important in the entire history of underwater developments— and with comprehensive and detailed appendices—Simon Pridmore’s ‘Technically Speaking’ breaks the mould of dry-as-dust historical reference works. It sets the record straight on many of the myths and misconceptions that continue to surround the development of technical diving and does so in an engaging way.” Author Simon Pridmore has been at the sharp end of the scuba diving industry for 30 years, working as a guide, divemaster, instructor, instructor trainer and instructor trainer-trainer. In the 1990s, he pioneered mixed-gas deep diving in Asia, first with Mandarin Divers in Hong Kong and later through his own shop in Guam, Professional Sports Divers, the first dedicated technical diving centre in the Western Pacific. He also held the regional franchise for IANTD, with technical diving operations in such exotic locations as Bikini Atoll, Majuro, Palau, Kosrae and Truk Lagoon. He then moved to the United Kingdom and became the IANTD licensee there, as well as working for cutting-edge mixed-gas computer and rebreather manufacturers VR Technology. Today, he is one of scuba diving’s most prolific writers, with a five-volume Scuba series, several guides for travelling divers, a biography, a novel and even a couple of divers’ cookbooks to his name. He and his wife Sofie currently live in Taiwan. Find out more about Simon and his books at his website www.simonpridmore.com or via his Substack newsletter Scuba Conversational.
Author : Ash Walker
Publisher : Ash Walker
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 46,29 MB
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN :
Advanced Scuba Diving Techniques: An In-Depth Exploration of Skills and Practices Unlock the full potential of your scuba diving adventures with "Advanced Scuba Diving Techniques: An In-Depth Exploration of Skills and Practices." This comprehensive guide takes experienced divers beyond the basics, offering detailed insights into the advanced techniques and skills that will elevate your underwater exploration to new heights. This book covers a wide range of advanced diving skills essential for tackling more challenging and rewarding dives. Learn how to achieve perfect buoyancy control, navigate underwater with precision, and execute deep dives safely. Discover the intricacies of night diving, cave diving, wreck diving, and drift diving, each with its unique set of challenges and rewards. Specialized Equipment and Gas Management Dive deeper into the world of technical diving with chapters dedicated to specialized equipment and gas mixtures. Understand the use of multiple tanks, rebreathers, and advanced dive computers, and learn how to plan and execute dives using nitrox, trimix, and other gas blends. This knowledge is crucial for managing the increased risks associated with advanced diving and ensuring a safe and successful dive every time. Safety Protocols and Risk Management Safety is paramount in advanced diving, and this book provides thorough guidance on the necessary protocols and risk management strategies. From handling underwater emergencies and performing rescue techniques to managing surface incidents, you’ll gain the skills needed to protect yourself and your dive buddies. Detailed sections on pre-dive planning, equipment checks, and emergency procedures ensure you are prepared for any situation. Marine Conservation and Responsible Diving Explore the importance of marine conservation and learn how to dive responsibly to minimize your environmental impact. Discover the best practices for interacting with marine life safely, respecting marine protected areas, and participating in citizen science and conservation projects. By adopting these practices, you contribute to the preservation of the underwater world for future generations. Continuous Learning and Professional Advancement For those looking to take their diving to a professional level, this book highlights the importance of continuous learning and proper certification. Understand the requirements and benefits of advanced certifications from recognized diving organizations and prepare yourself for roles such as divemaster or instructor. "Advanced Scuba Diving Techniques: An In-Depth Exploration of Skills and Practices" is your essential companion for pushing the boundaries of your diving experience. Whether you’re seeking new challenges or aiming to refine your skills, this book provides the knowledge and confidence to dive deeper, stay underwater longer, and explore the underwater world with unparalleled expertise and safety. Unlock new adventures and become a more skilled, confident diver. Dive into the depths of advanced scuba diving with this essential guide, and discover a world of possibilities beneath the waves.
Author : Yossi Loya
Publisher : Springer
Page : 984 pages
File Size : 37,78 MB
Release : 2019-05-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 3319927353
This book summarizes what is known about mesophotic coral ecosystems (MCEs) geographically and by major taxa. MCEs are characterized by light-dependent corals and associated communities typically found at depths ranging from 30-40 m. and extending to over 150 m. in tropical and subtropical ecosystems. They are populated with organisms typically associated with shallow coral reefs, such as macroalgae, corals, sponges, and fishes, as well as specialist species unique to mesophotic depths. During the past decade, there has been an increasing scientific and management interest in MCEs expressed by the exponential increase in the number of publications studying this unique environment. Despite their close proximity to well-studied shallow reefs, and the growing evidence of their importance, our scientific knowledge of MCEs is still in its early stages. The topics covered in the book include: regional variation in MCEs; similarities and differences between mesophotic and shallow reef taxa, biotic and abiotic conditions, biodiversity, ecology, geomorphology, and geology; potential connectivity between MCEs and shallow reefs; MCE disturbances, conservation, and management challenges; and new technologies, key research questions/knowledge gaps, priorities, and future directions in MCE research.
Author : Bernie Chowdhury
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 323 pages
File Size : 18,56 MB
Release : 2012-01-03
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0062196820
A tragic account of the father-son dive team who met with disaster while exploring the wreck of a German U-boat off the coast of New York. Chris and Chrissy Rouse, an experienced father-and-son scuba diving team, hoped to achieve widespread recognition for their outstanding but controversial diving skills. Obsessed and ambitious, they sought to solve the secrets of a mysterious, undocumented World War II German U-boat that lay under 230 feet of water, only a half-day’s mission from New York Harbor. In doing so, they paid the ultimate price in their quest for fame. Bernie Chowdhury, himself an expert diver and a close friend of the Rouses’, explores the thrill-seeking world of deep-sea diving, including its legendary figures, most celebrated triumphs, and gruesome tragedies. By examining the diver’s psychology through the complex father-and-son dynamic, Chowdhury illuminates the extreme sport diver’s push toward—and sometimes beyond—the limits of human endurance. Praise for The Last Dive “Superbly written and action-packed, The Last Dive ranks with such adventure classics as The Perfect Storm and Into Thin Air.” —Tampa Tribune “[A] captivating account of sport diving.” —Publishers Weekly “Excellently written and a real “grabber” to read, the book includes much information about the history, equipment, and people who make up the world of extreme or “technical” diving. This book should be read by any diver thinking of getting involved in wreck, cave, deep, or mixed-gas diving.” —Library Journal
Author : James McCuaig
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 10,92 MB
Release : 2020-04-17
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1728358965
As I completed this memoir, I was struck by the fact that so many scary things happened to me. Then, I realized that if you divided the number of bad experiences by 42 years of diving the figure wasn’t so bad. I experienced so many days of fun in, under and near the water. I dove in cold water and warm water and saw many varieties of marine life that the time spent was very worthwhile. Diving in lakes and rivers, the Puget Sound and San Juans, Mexico, the Carribean, Catalina , and other locatons gave me hours of fond memories. The friends I met and the people that helped me and encouraged me were and are the greatest! Thnk you! If I were to be asked about diving I would give the following advice: 1.) Take the very best classes available (NAUI, PADI and YMCA). I’m sure that there are others that are good – check them out. Don’t think that by taking a two day class in some resort that you are a pro, even if the instructor tells you so. Believe me, you are not! 2.) Buy the highest quality equipment. Beware of second hand regulators and BCs. 3.) Plan your dive and dive your plan. 4.) Don’t drink the night before or before entering the water. 5.) Don’t dive below 100 feet unless you have advanced training. It is very cold, dark and dangerous. And 6.) Always dive with a buddy! And stick with him or her. Keep wet my friends!
Author : William B. White
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 1260 pages
File Size : 13,96 MB
Release : 2019-05-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 0128141255
Encyclopedia of Caves, Third Edition, provides detailed background information to anyone with a serious interest in caves. This includes students, both undergraduate and graduate, in the earth, biological and environmental sciences, and consultants, environmental scientists, land managers and government agency staff whose work requires them to know something about caves and the biota that inhabit them. Caves touch on many scientific interests in geology, climate science, biology, hydrology, archaeology, and paleontology, as well as more popular interests in sport caving and cave exploration. Case studies and descriptions of specific caves selected for their special features and public interest are also included. This book will appeal to these audiences by providing in-depth essays written by expert authors chosen for their expertise in their assigned subject. - Features 14 new chapters and 13 completely rewritten chapters - Contains beautifully illustrated content, with more than 500 color images of cave life and features - Provides extensive bibliographies that allow readers to access their subject of interest in greater depth
Author : Neil Swidey
Publisher : Crown
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 30,43 MB
Release : 2015-02-17
Category : History
ISBN : 0307886735
The harrowing story of five men who were sent into a dark, airless, miles-long tunnel, hundreds of feet below the ocean, to do a nearly impossible job—with deadly results A quarter-century ago, Boston had the dirtiest harbor in America. The city had been dumping sewage into it for generations, coating the seafloor with a layer of “black mayonnaise.” Fisheries collapsed, wildlife fled, and locals referred to floating tampon applicators as “beach whistles.” In the 1990s, work began on a state-of-the-art treatment plant and a 10-mile-long tunnel—its endpoint stretching farther from civilization than the earth’s deepest ocean trench—to carry waste out of the harbor. With this impressive feat of engineering, Boston was poised to show the country how to rebound from environmental ruin. But when bad decisions and clashing corporations endangered the project, a team of commercial divers was sent on a perilous mission to rescue the stymied cleanup effort. Five divers went in; not all of them came out alive. Drawing on hundreds of interviews and thousands of documents collected over five years of reporting, award-winning writer Neil Swidey takes us deep into the lives of the divers, engineers, politicians, lawyers, and investigators involved in the tragedy and its aftermath, creating a taut, action-packed narrative. The climax comes just after the hard-partying DJ Gillis and his friend Billy Juse trade assignments as they head into the tunnel, sentencing one of them to death. An intimate portrait of the wreckage left in the wake of lives lost, the book—which Dennis Lehane calls "extraordinary" and compares with The Perfect Storm—is also a morality tale. What is the true cost of these large-scale construction projects, as designers and builders, emboldened by new technology and pressured to address a growing population’s rapacious needs, push the limits of the possible? This is a story about human risk—how it is calculated, discounted, and transferred—and the institutional failures that can lead to catastrophe. Suspenseful yet humane, Trapped Under the Sea reminds us that behind every bridge, tower, and tunnel—behind the infrastructure that makes modern life possible—lies unsung bravery and extraordinary sacrifice.
Author : Chad Pregracke
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 34,42 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Nonprofit organizations
ISBN : 9781426201004
