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Recent developments in marine acoustics are shifting how researchers monitor deep-diving cetaceans. A newly deployed AI-enabled underwater glider—often referred to as the “Waymo of the sea”—is currently tracking sperm whale communications. This autonomous vehicle can remain submerged for months, recording acoustic data without the engine noise or physical intrusion associated with traditional research vessels. The…

The waters off our western coast drop sharply into the abyss. This geological feature creates a deep-water feeding ground that sustains a resident population of sperm whales. Recently, researchers have deployed a new tool to study these marine mammals. Dubbed the ‘Waymo of the sea,’ this AI-enabled underwater glider operates silently beneath the surface. The…