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This success raises intriguing possibilities: What else could a fleet of such advanced drones uncover? As technology continues to advance, it is likely that many more undiscovered features—ranging from hydrothermal vents and shipwrecks to new marine species—will come to light. Deploying large numbers of autonomous, solar-powered drones could dramatically accelerate our understanding of the ocean, unlocking new scientific knowledge, informing conservation efforts, and even aiding in resource management.