Titanic where is it now

In she co-discovered a new species of bacteria — Halomonas titanicae — found in rusticle samples taken from the wreck. This process results in rusticles, fragile rust formations which resemble icicles. Rusticles can be seen all over the wreck, in a constant state of disintegration and regrowth. She also cites the weight of the wreck as a supplementary factor in its deterioration.

In essence, it is working against itself. Damage is done layer after layer. Her best estimation is that there remain approximately 30 years until the wreck has disintegrated entirely. Even then, its condition is likely to grow increasingly worse over time, she says. Expedition team leader Vescovo tells TIME that the shipwreck was actually in better condition than he expected.

The Titanic's starboard side was "the most shocking area of deterioration," Titanic historian Parks Stephenson said in a statement. The high-definition footage is intended to allow for augmented-reality and virtual-reality visualizations of the wreck in its current state.

The panorama was created by artist Yadegar Asisi and simulates what it's like to be on the ocean floor exploring the ship 12, feet below sea level. For you. World globe An icon of the world globe, indicating different international options.

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Aylin Woodward. The Titanic sank on April 15, , after it hit an iceberg during its maiden voyage from England to New York. The accident killed 1, people. The steam liner sank to a depth of more than 12, feet. Remotely operated vehicles were used to conduct a "look, don't touch" mission, which is extremely important in respecting and protecting this memorial.

Fitted with high definition cameras, the ROVs were able to stay in one spot long enough to reveal subtle features never seen before. Here we see Captain Smith's cabin. The side of the cabin has deteriorated and fallen away, and we plainly see the bathtub, pipes, and faucets.

This large hole is at the base of the ship's forward smokestack, which was ripped off when the ship sank to the bottom. The ship wreckage is now covered with what look like rusty icicles, called rusticles. These formations are actually communities of bacteria that slowly eat away at the ship's iron and give the shipwreck its melting appearance.