India's Next-Gen Deep-Ocean Submersible 'Matsya-6000' Successfully Completes Wet Trials.

Science and Technology

On February 17, 2025, India's 4th-generation deep-ocean submersible, 'Matsya-6000,' successfully completed its wet testing at the L&T Shipbuilding facility in Kattupalli Port, Chennai (Tamil Nadu).


      - It was developed and tested by the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai, under the Samudrayaan Project and is designed for deep-sea exploration and scientific research.

     

     

Main Point :-   (i) Before wet testing, Matsya-6000 completed dry tests at a 500-meter operational range to evaluate integration and performance, ensuring its readiness for advanced trials.

      (ii) From January 27 to February 12, 2025, Matsya-6000 underwent wet testing at Kattupalli Port, conducting eight dives: five unmanned and three manned.

(iii) The tests assessed key parameters, including power control, buoyancy, stability, maneuverability, safety, and the functionality of its scientific instruments.
About National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT)

Director : Balaji Ramakrishnan
Headquarters : Chennai
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