Underwater Robotics Used in Research and Exploration
Chatham Marconi Welcomes C. Eben Franks to its Speaker Series
Eben Franks, consultant and lecturer on underwater remotely operated vehicles (ROV), will survey developments in submersibles and robotic vehicles that have greatly enhanced mankind's understanding of the world's oceans. His presentation will include an historical perspective on the development of sampling tools, instrumentation and sensors, and how transoceanic telegraph communications in the 19th and 20th centuries continue to play a role in research and exploration programs, even today. Time permitting, Mr. Franks will discuss his current work developing and deploying marine energy conversion devices.
C. Eben Franks has spent 8-1/2 years at sea, participating since 1971 in numerous - and sometimes seemingly endless - oceanographic research and exploration projects. He found his career pathway during his first year at sea, beginning as a mess-man on the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution's Research Vessel Atlantis II.
About Chatham Marconi Maritime Center
Founded in 2002, the Chatham Marconi Maritime Center is a 501(c)(3) organization which celebrates the rich history of 20th Century maritime radio and explores the innovative advances in science and technology that continue to transform our lives. The Center comprises the historic Marconi-RCA Wireless Museum, an Education Center offering in-house STEM education in communications science and technology, and the Chatham Marconi TechSmart education outreach initiative designed to bring its proven wireless technology curricula directly to children in Cape Cod classrooms. More at: www.ChathamMarconi.org.
About the Chatham Marconi Speaker Series
Programs are usually presented on on the first Thursday of each month from October through June, and on alternate Thursday evenings during the Summer. Subjects are drawn from the resources of the Marconi-RCA Wireless Museum, the Education Center's STEM programs, or member-suggested topics related to our mission. The series is presented virtually via Zoom, and in person if originating locally.
Date and Time
Thursday Feb 1, 2024
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EST
Location
Via Zoom Webinar, or in person (NOTE: seating is limited) at 831 Orleans Road, North Chatham, MA 02650
Fees/Admission
General Admission is $10 which permits one linked computer to access the Zoom webinar, or $10 per person attending. In-person seating is limited. Reservations may be made at ChathamMarconi.org/speakerseries .
This event is free for Chatham Marconi members. Why not join now at www.ChathamMarconi.org to enjoy future Speaker Series programs at no charge?!
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