Google to Map Oceans In 3-D
It's completely logical then that it would want to map the ocean, which is also quite large. Which brings us to Google Ocean, the probable name for Google's hypothetical nautical juggernaut.
Google is collaborating with a myriad of oceanography experts to plan the eventual creation of a 3-D oceanographic map that would provide a view of the deep blue sea unlike any other. Though similar in many ways to typical topographical maps, Google's would incorporate much more data, from specific shipwreck sites to zooming and panning tools that would allow people to navigate formerly unexplored areas of the ocean. Grids and information from various oceanographic institutes would also be included, lending even more scientific and academic clout.
As with any technology as expansive as this, there are issues that affect both security and privacy. However, the potential benefits that may come from such an ambitious project leave us, quite honestly, drooling. [Source: Cnet]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
acme @ May 2nd 2008 12:50PM
what kind of security issues would come from a view of the ocean floor?
pgpprotector @ May 4th 2008 12:16AM
My Undersea Base for Global Domination for 1
Ian Rowan @ Jul 15th 2008 1:30PM
Yes, also what if I want to skinny dip at the bottom of the ocean?