Subsurface Collection

Bow view of the USS Kamehameha
Bow of the USS Kamehameha (SSBN/SSN-642) underway underwater as it appears to transit into the camera. KAM is a Benjamin Franklin-class submarine named for King Kamehameha I of Hawaii

Sopwith Model VI: Intersecting mineral veins
This Model, rather than representing the strata as they would appear at the surface, shows how a seam of coal can be displaced in the subsurface by various modes of faulting

A Navy SEAL stands next to the sonar dome on the bow of the USS Kamehameha
A Navy SEAL stands next to the WLR9 sonar dome on the bow of the USS Kamehameha while underwater and underway in the clear Pacific Ocean waters off of Oahu, Hawaii

Human eye, infrared image C013 / 7322
MODEL RELEASED. Human eye, close-up infrared image. This is the right-hand eye of a 21-year-old man, with raised eyebrow and distended pupil

Human arm, infrared image C013 / 7325
MODEL RELEASED. Human arm. Infrared image of the anterior surface of the right-hand arm of a 24-year-old man. Infrared lighting can be used to visualize subcutaneous structures

Human eye, infrared image C013 / 7321
MODEL RELEASED. Human eye, close-up infrared image. This is the right-hand eye of a 24-year-old man. Infrared lighting can be used to visualize subcutaneous structures

Manta ray (Manta birostris) passing underwater close to the bow of a ship working off-shore, with escort of small fish
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"Unveiling the Hidden Depths: Exploring the Subsurface World" Delving into the depths of the unknown, we embark on a journey beneath the surface. As we gaze upon the bow view of the mighty USS Kamehameha, a sense of anticipation fills our hearts. The submarine's sleek silhouette hints at its ability to navigate unseen realms below. Intriguingly, like intersecting mineral veins in nature's tapestry, Sopwith Model VI reveals secrets hidden within Earth's crust. These captivating patterns remind us of an intricate puzzle waiting to be solved - a testament to nature's artistry and complexity. As we stand alongside a Navy SEAL next to the sonar dome on USS Kamehameha, we are reminded that exploration requires courage and expertise. These brave individuals venture into uncharted territories with unwavering determination, their eyes fixed on uncovering what lies beneath. Just as our human eye captures only a fraction of reality, infrared images offer glimpses beyond our limited perception. With C013/7322 revealing an otherworldly perspective of an eye bathed in infrared light and C013/7325 exposing hidden warmth coursing through a human arm - it becomes evident that there is more than meets the eye when it comes to understanding subsurface phenomena. The subsurface world holds untold stories waiting for intrepid explorers to unravel them. It beckons us with its mysteries and challenges us with its enigmatic allure. Let us set sail together into this vast realm where submarines glide silently through dark waters and mineral veins intertwine deep within Earth's core – for it is here that new discoveries await those who dare to venture below.