Narked at 90's diving blog
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October 29, 2024
Comparative evaluations of popular decompression stop algorithms
When planning decompression dives, technical divers rely on various algorithms to safely manage nitrogen and helium absorption and release. Three commonly used decompression models are the Bühlmann Gradient Factors (GF), Varying Permeability Model (VPM), and Reduced Gradient Bubble Model (RGBM). Each algorithm has advantages and limitations based on how it approaches decompression safety, bubble formation, and gas elimination.
Let’s bring in a comparative evaluation of these algorithms:
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October 08, 2024
They've been overwhelmingly important in preventing decompression sickness, but new divers tend to find gradient factors confusing.
Among the most common models in this area are the Bühlmann gradient factors. This blog delves into what they are and also explains M-values.
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October 01, 2024
British divers have been wondering about the implications of a recent ban on dangerous knives. Will these changes in the law affect the type of equipment that can be used on dives?
In this blog, we take a look at the wording of these new regulations and see what impact it has for recreational and technical diving.
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September 17, 2024
Shearwater Research has recently issued a product recall of their Petrel 3 dive computers. A recall for such a popular device is going to take some time. Their fix is just being tested and as you can imagine, we will be swamped with units from around the world.