| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | World's deepest underwater research laboratory |
| Depth | 6,000 metres |
| Location | Indian Ocean |
| Pilot Module Depth | 500 metres |
| Target Year | 2047 |
| Comparable Concept | Underwater version of the International Space Station (ISS) |
| Main Materials | Titanium alloys, composite pressure hulls |
| Existing Global Benchmark | Aquarius Reef Base (19m, USA) |
| Project Focus | Deep-sea biology, geology, drug discovery, high-pressure technology |
| Part of | Vision 2047 and Deep Ocean Mission |
| Design Features | Pressure-resistant titanium/composite structures, 360° observation panels, oxygen regulation, temperature control, docking bays, acoustic/fibre-optic communication systems |
| Scientific Goals | Marine biodiversity, drug discovery, biotechnology, geological research, human performance studies |
