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== Dive computer == {{main|Dive computer}} Dive computers have an integrated depth gauge, with [[Digitization|digitized]] output which is used in the calculation of the current [[Decompression (diving)|decompression status]] of the diver. The dive depth is displayed along with other values on the [[Display device|display]] and recorded by the computer for continuous simulation of the [[Decompression (diving)#Decompression models|decompression model]]. Most dive computers contain a [[piezoresistive pressure sensor]]. Rarely, capacitive or inductive pressure sensors are used.{{citation needed|date=September 2019}}
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