A Swedish research robot submarine detects unknown structures beneath Antarctica’s Dotson Ice Shelf, and the find suggests ice shelf’s underside is more complex than expected
TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jun 05, 2026, 17:49 (IST)
A lost robot submarine, Ran, has revealed a surprisingly complex hidden landscape beneath Antarctica's Dotson Ice Shelf. Detailed maps show giant terraces, deep channels, and unusual pits carved by ocean currents. These findings offer unprecedented insights into the unseen changes occurring below the ice, highlighting the dynamic processes shaping the shelf and its potential impact on sea levels.