Exploring the world beneath the water’s surface has often been compared to venturing into space—a vast, unknown frontier filled with natural and historical mysteries. For decades, these hidden landscapes remained out of reach to most explorers, due to the dangers, challenges, and high costs of underwater exploration.
Remotely Operated Underwater Vehicles (ROUVs) were once exclusive to well-funded scientific research and industrial operations, but advancements in technology have now made these tools more accessible. Affordable underwater drones and custom-built ROUVs are opening new possibilities for independent explorers.
Michael Girard has used ROUVs to explore not only the ocean’s depths but also the flooded passages of caves and ancient mines—places too dangerous for human entry. By venturing where no diver can safely go, he is uncovering the hidden wonders of Inner Space.
Michael operates four specialized ROUVs, each designed to tackle the unique challenges of underwater exploration.
