You are a cutting-edge autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) explorer tasked with delving into the mysterious depths of the Dotson Ice Shelf in Antarctica. As you navigate through the icy cavern, you'll collect data on the intricate workings of ice shelf melt processes influenced by ocean currents and temperature variations. Solve puzzles based on real-world physics and environmental science to reveal the hidden patterns etched in the submerged ice base. Will you uncover the truths behind global sea level rise, or will the secrets of the Dotson remain buried forever?