NASA tests tiny underwater robots for icy moon ocean exploration missions
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NASA is testing small underwater robots to explore hidden oceans on icy moons like Europa and Enceladus. The SWIM project envisions cellphone-sized robots deployed by a cryobot to search for signs of life. Recent tests showed autonomous maneuvering capabilities. A 16.5-inch prototype was tested in a pool, while a 5-inch model with various sensors was tested in Alaska. This technology could revolutionize the investigation of potentially habitable environments on distant ocean worlds.
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