what would you want invented

[sambolino44]

I know there already is a mask with a built-in hoseless head-up display, but what if you don't like that mask? How about a HUD that fits on any mask?

How about a custom-fit mask?

I know a lot of people would like somebody to invent some kind of drysuit P-valve for women.

These next ones aren't inventions so much as evolution of existing technologies:

Higher pressure OC systems (compressors, cylinders, regs).

Cheaper, more reliable, more user-friendly CC rebreathers.

And wouldn't it be great if somebody "invented" a fool-proof training system?!?

 

[offroaddiver]

I think the next invention for scuba diving that will be available for civilian use will probably be something that will make those new to diving either easier or cheaper or get rid of some guess work,
these might inclue:
a dive mask that will provide a more custom fit.
Making it even easier (cheaper) to become certified either through online testing or something along those lines.

For established divers... We can expect to see more gimmick items and revisions.
I think we might see yet another attention devices... maybe this time it will be hand held and instead of shaking you squeeze it like the gyro-flashlights.

What i would like is thinner and more flexible hoses. Hoses that aren't rubber but instead along the lines of a fillhose that's small and flexible or coiled to reduce strain.

lighter regulators that breath easily with simple parts and adjustable yet the size of a viper.
Longer life batteries and more stable lamps. possibly making a 8hour battery power hid that fit on the back of your hand... no cable.

Also warmer dive suits that don't compress or don't require connection to the tank would be nice.

BCD's will still be needed but how about items that don't compress or loose their bouyancy as they go deeper. I know this will probably be the most difficult to find and develop.

 

[Brandon Belew]

Under water GPS would be slick, but I seriously doubt they'll figure out a way to capture a satellite signal under water. Now what you COULD do. Make a dive float / flag with a GPS receiver on it. Then on the bottom of the float a wireless transmitter coupled with a wireless wrist GPS console.

 

[neil]

Thermal protection that isn't buoyant.

 

[Belmont]

A delivery system that would permit a diver to breathe with a suply of liquefied air.
Talk about long reserve.

 

[DeltaWardog]

I'll go a couple hundred years into the future with mine...

The ultimate Panic Button device - a portable force field generator that instantly creates a bubble of atmosphere around you out to a couple feet or so, pressurized to the correct bar so you don't get bent, and automatically equalizing you as it takes you to the surface.

The end of diving accidents! Of course without the thrill of danger (real or perceived), some people may lose interest.

Or slightly less sci-fi, how about a wetsuit that automatically compresses your chest to force air out if it detects you are ascending and holding your breath or not breathing (unconscious). Kinda like the scuba equivalent of the skydiver's device that that opens the chute automatically at a certain altitude if the operator hasn't done so yet.

 

[undefined]

1. A recording system that takes detailed sonar measurements of a wreck / cave / cavern and records wireframe or semi-opaque images of the contour of the surface beyond the silt.

2. A true heads up display mask that can display the recorded wireframe or semi-opaque mask combined with a computer to track ones progress through the overhead environment and display a map to the exit, including current position and direction based on live data feed from a similar data collection device. Essentially, wreck/cavern/cave diving without the risk of being disoriented or lost except due to narcosis.

3. A "Matrix" style learning system so I don't make an *** out of myself when learning new diving skills. It all looks so easy until you do it...

4. A rebreather system that doesn't require a degree in chemical engineering or physics to use without fear of death, dismemberment, or severe physiological trauma. In other words - rebreathers as they will likely be in twenty or so years, after open-circuit becomes passe and everyone dives bubble-free. (I scare the fish with my bubbles)

5. A camera and strobe that has both good wide angle and macro capabilities, without changing lenses, an effective and strong strobe, and a minimum focus distance of 1cm or less that doesn't weigh >5 lbs or require the use of external strobes. (This one is in the realm of science fiction or pure fantasy)

6. Training that truly "trains" you to perform a task. Open water does not prepare a diver for everything that is out there, nor does an advanced class create an advanced diver. Training that is tough, long, expensive, and requires absolute dedication to a goal. C-Cards that are worth more than the plastic they are printed on!

7. Mermaids! My camera could go for a change of scenery...

 

[KC5UX]

Some kind of implant to make your ears auto-equalizing.

 

[-hh]

Under water GPS would be slick, but I seriously doubt they'll figure out a way to capture a satellite signal under water.

That would be quite a feat, since the wavelength doesn't penetrate water.

Now what you COULD do. Make a dive float / flag with a GPS receiver on it.

A wired float has been done. Its really only good for long distance navigation, since the GPS's circle probable error gets magnified by the float location variation versus the diver...in 70fsw, its easy to have over 100ft of error, and as soon as the error exceeds the local water visibility, the "don't get lost" feature isn't fulfilled.

Then on the bottom of the float a wireless transmitter coupled with a wireless wrist GPS console.

So that this way, the float can notify you of its position as it drifts away from you?


-hh

 

[mmadiver]

I see a few people wishing for less complex and user friendly rebreathers.

They really arn't that complex and operate on a very very simple principle, it definatly doesn't require a degree in chemistry. I've seen a few built out of 2-litter bottles and a shopping basket. Don't be intimidated by them.