Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Manta Ray close encounter in Bora-Bora, French Polynesia on September 2024. Photo by Jonathan Doval/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Two humpbacks whales chasing a female in Rurutu, French Polynesia on September 2024. Photo by Jonathan Doval/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

A Manta Ray swiming under the light in Bora-Bora, French Polynesia on September 2024. Photo by Jonathan Doval/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Manta Ray swimming in a shallow water in Bora-Bora, French Polynesia on September 2024. Photo by Jonathan Doval/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Three Humpbacks whales chilling in the middle of the ocean, in Rurutu, French Polynesia on September 2024. Photo by Jonathan Doval/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Female humpback whale swiming at the surface in Rurutu, French Polynesia on September 2024. Photo by Jonathan Doval/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Young humpback whale close encounter before diving in the deep in Rurutu, French Polynesia on September 2024. Photo by Jonathan Doval/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Mother and calf humpbacks whales in the blue in Rurutu, French Polynesia on September 2024. Photo by Jonathan Doval/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Humpback Whales and Manta Rays in French Polynesia

Manta Rays dancing in circle in Bora-Bora, French Polynesia on September 2024. Photo by Jonathan Doval/ABACAPRESS.COM

Manta Ray The US Navy's Secret Weapon

Manta Ray The US Navy's Secret Weapon

Handout photo shows the stealth submarine that will revolutionize naval warfare. To dominate the oceans, the US Navy is launching an autonomous drone capable of carrying out long-duration missions without human intervention. To enemy forces, it will be so much like a manta ray that it will be hard to miss. In reality, it's a military technological feat, since the Manta Ray is an autonomous aquatic drone developed by Northrop Grumman for Darpa (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency). This unmanned submersible vehicle offers previously unseen capabilities in terms of autonomy and stealth. The biomimetic approach is not just aesthetic. Its hydrodynamic shape enables it to move through the water with minimal energy consumption and a reduced acoustic signature, making it difficult to detect. The Manta Ray will not be limited to being a simple surveillance drone. Its imposing size (exact dimensions remain classified) allows it to carry a substantial payload, paving the way for a multitude of potential missions,

Manta Ray The US Navy's Secret Weapon

Manta Ray The US Navy's Secret Weapon

Handout photo shows the stealth submarine that will revolutionize naval warfare. To dominate the oceans, the US Navy is launching an autonomous drone capable of carrying out long-duration missions without human intervention. To enemy forces, it will be so much like a manta ray that it will be hard to miss. In reality, it's a military technological feat, since the Manta Ray is an autonomous aquatic drone developed by Northrop Grumman for Darpa (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency). This unmanned submersible vehicle offers previously unseen capabilities in terms of autonomy and stealth. The biomimetic approach is not just aesthetic. Its hydrodynamic shape enables it to move through the water with minimal energy consumption and a reduced acoustic signature, making it difficult to detect. The Manta Ray will not be limited to being a simple surveillance drone. Its imposing size (exact dimensions remain classified) allows it to carry a substantial payload, paving the way for a multitude of potential missions,

Manta Ray The US Navy's Secret Weapon

Manta Ray The US Navy's Secret Weapon

Handout photo shows the stealth submarine that will revolutionize naval warfare. To dominate the oceans, the US Navy is launching an autonomous drone capable of carrying out long-duration missions without human intervention. To enemy forces, it will be so much like a manta ray that it will be hard to miss. In reality, it's a military technological feat, since the Manta Ray is an autonomous aquatic drone developed by Northrop Grumman for Darpa (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency). This unmanned submersible vehicle offers previously unseen capabilities in terms of autonomy and stealth. The biomimetic approach is not just aesthetic. Its hydrodynamic shape enables it to move through the water with minimal energy consumption and a reduced acoustic signature, making it difficult to detect. The Manta Ray will not be limited to being a simple surveillance drone. Its imposing size (exact dimensions remain classified) allows it to carry a substantial payload, paving the way for a multitude of potential missions,

Manta Ray The US Navy's Secret Weapon

Manta Ray The US Navy's Secret Weapon

Handout photo shows the stealth submarine that will revolutionize naval warfare. To dominate the oceans, the US Navy is launching an autonomous drone capable of carrying out long-duration missions without human intervention. To enemy forces, it will be so much like a manta ray that it will be hard to miss. In reality, it's a military technological feat, since the Manta Ray is an autonomous aquatic drone developed by Northrop Grumman for Darpa (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency). This unmanned submersible vehicle offers previously unseen capabilities in terms of autonomy and stealth. The biomimetic approach is not just aesthetic. Its hydrodynamic shape enables it to move through the water with minimal energy consumption and a reduced acoustic signature, making it difficult to detect. The Manta Ray will not be limited to being a simple surveillance drone. Its imposing size (exact dimensions remain classified) allows it to carry a substantial payload, paving the way for a multitude of potential missions,

10th China (Shanghai) International Technology Fair Held in Shanghai

10th China (Shanghai) International Technology Fair Held in Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - JUNE 13, 2024 - Visitors visit a manta ray demonstration pool with intelligent software at The 10th China (Shanghai) International Technology Fair in Shanghai, China, June 13, 2024.

10th China (Shanghai) International Technology Fair in Shanghai

10th China (Shanghai) International Technology Fair in Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - JUNE 12, 2024 - A manta ray robot swims in The water during a demonstration at The 10th China (Shanghai) International Technology Fair in Shanghai, China, June 12, 2024.

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali, on April 18, 2024. Scuba diving in Nusa Penida - Manta Point - Nusa Penida is an island in the province of Bali, south-east of the Indonesian island of the same name. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali, on April 18, 2024. Scuba diving in Nusa Penida - Manta Point - Nusa Penida is an island in the province of Bali, south-east of the Indonesian island of the same name. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali, on April 18, 2024. Scuba diving in Nusa Penida - Manta Point - Nusa Penida is an island in the province of Bali, south-east of the Indonesian island of the same name. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali, on April 18, 2024. Scuba diving in Nusa Penida - Manta Point - Nusa Penida is an island in the province of Bali, south-east of the Indonesian island of the same name. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali, on April 18, 2024. Scuba diving in Nusa Penida - Manta Point - Nusa Penida is an island in the province of Bali, south-east of the Indonesian island of the same name. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali, on April 18, 2024. Scuba diving in Nusa Penida - Manta Point - Nusa Penida is an island in the province of Bali, south-east of the Indonesian island of the same name. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali, on April 18, 2024. Scuba diving in Nusa Penida - Manta Point - Nusa Penida is an island in the province of Bali, south-east of the Indonesian island of the same name. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali, on April 18, 2024. Scuba diving in Nusa Penida - Manta Point - Nusa Penida is an island in the province of Bali, south-east of the Indonesian island of the same name. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali - Indonesia

Illustration Bali, on April 18, 2024. Scuba diving in Nusa Penida - Manta Point - Nusa Penida is an island in the province of Bali, south-east of the Indonesian island of the same name. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

Marintec China Held in Shanghai

Marintec China Held in Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 5, 2023 - Spectators watch the Slip-diving integrated manta ray soft body submersible at 2023 Marintec China in Shanghai, China, December 5, 2023.

Australia's largest kiteflying festival marks 45th anniversary

STORY: Australia's largest kiteflying festival marks 45th anniversary DATELINE: Sept. 12, 2023 LENGTH: 0:00:54 LOCATION: SYDNEY, Australia CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Festival of the Winds STORYLINE: Waving farewell to a chill winter and welcoming a new spring, the Festival of the Winds returned to Australia's Sydney just in time on Sunday, with innumerable visitors descending on the crescent-shaped Bondi Beach and lost in the allure of kites filling a cloudless azure sky. Here at Australia's largest kiteflying carnival, a collection of sea life, such as humpback whales, manta rays, and octopus, were floating side-by-side on the stable breeze along with mammals like zebras and husky dogs. Penguins no longer waddled in the world of kites, but flapped wings for space against falcons, seagulls, rainbow lorikeets, and even an alien. When professional artists took massive pride in showcasing their creative patterns and skills, members of the public also found their joy by buying a diamond-

Manta ray-shaped bionic underwater vehicle used to monitor coral reef in S China

STORY: Manta ray-shaped bionic underwater vehicle used to monitor coral reef in S China DATELINE: July 29, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:31 LOCATION: HAIKOU, China CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY/ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the bionic underwater vehicle 2. various of the sea 3. various of the bionic underwater vehicle STORYLINE: A manta ray-shaped bionic underwater vehicle has recently been used to conduct a coral reef monitoring experiment in the surrounding waters of Fenjiezhou Island, south China's Hainan Province, proving that the vehicle is now ready for practical applications. The experiment was jointly conducted by Northwestern Polytechnical University (NWPU) and South China Agricultural University (SCAU). The vehicle's mobility and reliability have been tested in the experiment. Meanwhile, the data collected in the experiment can contribute to protecting coral reefs and the ocean environment. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Haikou, China. (XHTV)

Deep Sea (2006)

Deep Sea (2006)

Manta Rays Film: Deep Sea; Imax - Deep Sea 3d (USA/CAN 2006) Director: Howard Hall 03 March 2006 Date: 03 March 2006

Aftermath of devastating quake in Ecuador

Aftermath of devastating quake in Ecuador

Photo taken April 19, 2016, in the Tarqui district of the western Ecuadorian city of Manta shows a car crushed beneath a collapsed building, following a magnitude-7.8 quake that shook the nation three days earlier. The authorities said the same day that the death toll has risen to over 500 people as rescue operations continue. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Aftermath of devastating quake in Ecuador

Aftermath of devastating quake in Ecuador

Photo taken April 19, 2016, shows a collapsed hotel in the Tarqui district of the western Ecuadorian city of Manta where rescue teams are searching for survivors under the rubble, following a magnitude-7.8 quake that shook the nation three days earlier. The authorities said the same day that the death toll has risen to over 500 people. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Aftermath of devastating quake in Ecuador

Aftermath of devastating quake in Ecuador

Photo taken April 19, 2016, in the western Ecuadorian city of Manta shows a clinic destroyed by a magnitude-7.8 quake that shook the nation three days earlier. The authorities said the same day that the death toll has risen to over 500 people as rescue operations continue. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Aftermath of devastating quake in Ecuador

Aftermath of devastating quake in Ecuador

People wait in line to receive water and food in the western Ecuadorian city of Manta, following a magnitude-7.8 quake that shook the nation three days earlier. The authorities said the same day that the death toll has risen to over 500 people as rescue operations continue. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo