Deep Sea Fish and Sediment Surveys in the Gulf
Getting to Know the Ship
Post by: CIMAGE Teacher at Sea, Abby Madeiros
The RV Bellows is a 71 foot research vessel owned by the Florida Institute of Oceanography. It is 43 years old and was constructed in Tarpon Springs. It was originally deployed in 1969 to study the Bahamas.
She is powered by two GM 6-71 diesel engines, with a cruising speed of 7 knots. On the lower deck, there are ten berths available for scientists and four for the crew. Heads are located on both levels. Aft of the bridge is the galley, followed by the onboard 12’ by 14’ wet/dry lab.
The bridge not only accommodates all the equipment for navigating the ship, but also the mess deck for dining on spectacular cuisine!
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