Gallery: Futuristic Metal 'Exosuit' for Divers
Into the Deep
Nuytco Research Ltd., a Canadian technology firm, developed a hard metal dive suit, dubbed Exosuit, that enables users to work at depths down to 1,000 feet (305 meters), without needing to spend time in a decompression chamber after they return to the surface.
Here are some photos of Nuytco Research's futuristic-looking Exosuit.
Underwater Spacesuit?
The ExoSuit, developed by Nuytco Research Ltd., is a hard metal suit that allows divers to operate safely down to a depth of 1,000 feet (305 meters), while maintaining dexterity and flexibility to perform delicate work.
At Work
A diver is pictured underwater wearing Nuytco Research Ltd.'s Exosuit.
Deep Dive
A diver demonstrates how to operate the Exosuit underwater.
Rear View
The back of Nuytco Research's Exosuit holds the shell's oxygen systems.
Tools of the Trade
Nuytco Research's Exosuit also comes with accessories, including this claw-type device.
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