Submarine Control Panel Bathed in Red Light

Submarine Control Panel Bathed in Red Light

Sunday, January 18th, 2026 at 12:19:00 AM · 2026/Chabot Space and Science Center

This atmospheric photograph captures a control panel inside what appears to be a submarine exhibit, bathed entirely in deep red lighting. A person's hand reaches toward a series of labeled switches and buttons arranged vertically on a metal panel. The controls include labels like 'DROGUE', 'SNORKEL', and 'RESERVE', along with what appears to be 'LIGHT/LUX' gauges and other submarine operation controls. The intense red lighting creates the authentic atmosphere of a submarine's interior during night operations, where red light is used to preserve night vision. The metallic surfaces reflect the red glow, and various circular gauges and instruments are visible on the right side of the panel.

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