X-Ray Mag

April 2018

Seakeeper’s Newest Model Dips into the 20’s

5 years ago By Matthew Meier

Seakeeper, Inc., the leader in marine stabilization, announced the launch of the Seakeeper 2 at the Miami International Boat Show running Feb.15 to Feb. 19. The newest and smallest Seakeeper yet is designed to eliminate up to 95 percent of boat roll on 27- to 32-foot vessels. The Seakeeper 2 is 25 percent lighter (414 lbs.) and 22 percent smaller (24.8” L x 25.5” W x 20” H) than the next smallest model.

A new study propose alternative mechanisms for how marine vertebrates control gas exchange in the lungs

New hypothesis into how whales avoid getting the bends

5 years ago By Main minion

When air-breathing mammals dive, their lungs compress. The ultra-deep-diving feats of some marine mammals go beyond our current understanding of respiratory physiology and lung mechanics. But historically, researchers assumed the chest structure of marine mammals meant their lungs compressed automatically at great depths, an adaptation that prevented them from taking up excess nitrogen and getting the bends.

NAUI Travel Group Launches, Benefits Members and Provides Comprehensive Travel Services for Divers

5 years ago By Matthew Meier

Known for its high level of service and attention to detail, Deep Blue Adventures (https://www.deepblueadventures.com) brings decades of experience in the dive and travel industry working with major airlines, tour operators, travel agencies, live-aboards and brick and mortar dive centers.

“We are thrilled to be able to offer this new benefit to our NAUI members and divers,” said Dallas Edmiston, CEO of NSG.

NOC hosts Marine Plastic Pollution Talk

5 years ago By Rosemary E Lunn

On 10 May 2018 David Jones will be talking on "Marine Plastic Pollution: How did we get here and what can we do about it?"

Plastic pollution is undoubtedly one of the biggest environmental issues we face at the moment. Plastic has only been in our lives for around seventy years, so how did we get to where we are, what went wrong? More importantly, what can we do about it?" David Jones.

Larger spleen enables Bajau to remain underwater longer

6 years ago By Sum Won

The Bajau are an indigenous people in parts of Indonesia renowned for their breath-holding ability when diving for food. They have been known to dive up to 70 metres using nothing more than a set of weights and a pair of wooden goggles.

Previously, scientists have speculated on whether dive capacity is related to spleen size, though no formal studies have been done on humans on a genetic level.

IDC Course is a ‘Dream September’ with Steve Prior

6 years ago By Matthew Meier

Steve will teach all you need to know to be ready for your new life as a PADI Instructor. He will introduce techniques like ‘Positive Coaching’ that can increase confidence and self-esteem; all genuinely valuable in real life as well as for your Instructor Exam.

IDC date: Tuesday 4th September to Friday 14th September, Emperor Divers Marsa Alam
IE date: Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th, 2018, in central Hurghada
Price: €995 / £885

RAID International backed by Inverness Graham Group

6 years ago By Rosemary E Lunn

“We’ve been carefully researching the options to enter the scuba market for some time. We chose RAID because it has the values we look for in a company; world class programs driven by an enthusiastic and passionate team that is making Scuba fun for everyone involved,” said Inverness Graham Managing Principal, Michael Morrissey. “Their vast array of training programs and impressive technology platform make them a perfect match to partner with Kalkomey. This marriage positions RAID to challenge the current industry paradigm, which is exactly what we were looking for.”

Belmar Oceanfront Apartments Bonaire completes renovation

6 years ago By Matthew Meier

In September 2017 the renovations of the front desk and dive shop at Belmar Oceanfront Apartments started. With limited extra space available to move the front desk and dive shop to, operations continued while the builders moved in and started with renovating the first half of the building. After finishing the first half, the Belmar team and construction workers switched sides and the other half got its well needed renovation.

Could cheap Ikea batteries really be as good as top-dollar brands?

What to make of which batteries to use or not to use underwater

6 years ago By Main minion

Our good colleague at Wetpixel, Adam Hanlon, recently reported that the extremely popular Eneloop rechargeable batteries are now not recommended for underwater strobe use. Panasonic, who owns Eneloop, specifically states on its website "Please do not use Eneloop Ni-MH batteries in underwater lights or other airtight appliances." Adam mentions it could be interesting if the strobe manufacturers have something to say, otherwise we’ll all keep using Eneloops as usual. It could indeed.