Le Mans Gallery: diving into virtual reality, objects from shipwrecks … What can be found in the space dedicated to the sea?

After last year’s circus, the leitmotif of the 85th edition of the Foire du Mans was “I love the sea.” Dedicated room for this topic. Here’s what you can find there.

Put on diving shoes

And if you go to 1700 m no movement? Ifremer (French Research Institute for the Exploitation of the Sea) presents a platform for testing a virtual reality headset Put the wearer in the diver’s shoes.

For 6 minutes, the helmet wearer is submerged and can look around at the sea floor.

“This is my first experience in virtual reality. What impressed me is the spinning aspect. The immersion is there,” he testifies Ann Charlene. from his side, Clouds Appreciated the educational aspect made possible by technology.

Underwater archeology in the spotlight

If some plunge into a virtual abyss, others do in reality. members Marine Archeology and Memory Society They are located at the entrance to the hall.

“The association’s job is to find wrecks off the French coast and restore their history for handing over to the general public and scholars,” he explains. Thierry Normant, one of its members. Their database currently lists more than 17,000 shipwrecks.

The tools used to detect debris are displayed in showcases as well as two diving helmets.

Tales of female pirates

Many activities take place throughout the weekend at this place.

Suzy Elo Tales On several occasions, the audience is given the opportunity to listen to the presentation of stories female pirate.

It will also take you to the world of explorers!

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