Scripps Oceanography retires Floating Instrument Platform after 61

One of the most innovative research platforms used by Scripps Institution of Oceanography officially retired earlier this month after more than six decades in service, the research center announced…
One of the most innovative research platforms used by Scripps Institution of Oceanography officially retired earlier this month after more than six decades in service, the research center announced.

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Storied Research Platform is Retired

Scripps Oceanography retires Floating Instrument Platform after 61

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After 50 years, Scripps retires its FLIP research platform

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