Aqua Lung, originally a brand name for a type of diving equipment, has become synonymous with the entire category of diving respirators. There are a number of different terms that can be used to describe this type of equipment, including scuba gear, diving apparatus, and underwater breathing apparatus. Other branded names for similar equipment include Seaquest, Mares, and Cressi-Sub. Different types of aqua lungs include open-circuit and closed-circuit, and variations include semi-closed and fully-closed systems. Whatever term you use, these devices are essential for exploring the underwater world.