Drifters are used in mining, construction, exploration and natural science.

One of the ships, the 'Lady Nelson', incorporating this design was used extensively in exploration of the southern coast of Australia from 1800.

This expedition was the first Soviet expedition to use aqua-lungs in biological exploration.

Many of the skills involved in caving can also be put to use in mine exploration and urban exploration.

This science is readily used in geothermal exploration.

And a neutron spectroscope, the first ever used in planetary exploration, detected energy flux emanating from the lunar regolith.

Paravanes have been used in sport or commercial fishing, marine exploration and industry, sports and military.

Whereas many role-playing video games limit magic to battles, Psynergy spells are used in puzzles and exploration.

Additionally, the first-person mode is also used in exploration, such as locating hidden items.

In recent years satellite images show a very clear mapping of the seabed, and are used extensively in the study and exploration of the ocean floor.