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technology2 years ago

OceanGate CEO's Risky Design and Cost-Cutting Measures Lead to Titanic Submersible Tragedy

Karl Stanley, a friend of OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush, claimed that Rush knowingly designed a dangerous submersible called the Titan as a "mousetrap for billionaires." Stanley warned Rush about potential issues with the carbon fiber hull, but Rush dismissed his concerns. The Titan ultimately imploded during a trip to the RMS Titanic wreckage, resulting in the deaths of five people, including Rush. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the implosion.

via Insider|
#billionaires#carbon-fiber-hull#oceangate
science-and-technology2 years ago

Unraveling the Tragic Implosion of OceanGate's Titan Submersible: Physicist Sheds Light on Investigation

The investigation into the tragic implosion of the OceanGate Titan submersible, resulting in the loss of five crew members, is focusing on the experimental carbon-fiber hull as a possible cause. While carbon-fiber composites offer advantages like light weight and high strength, their ability to withstand deep-sea pressures is not well understood. The use of carbon-fiber materials in deep-sea watercraft is relatively new, and further research and testing are needed to ensure their safety and reliability in such applications.

via SciTechDaily|
#carbon-fiber-composites#carbon-fiber-hull#deep-sea-submersible
tragedy2 years ago

"Titanic Submersible Recovery: Unanswered Questions and Emotional Challenges"

An international investigation is underway into the implosion of the Titan submersible, which was on a dive to visit the wreckage of the Titanic. Debris from the submersible, including presumed human remains, has been found. The use of a carbon fiber hull is suspected to have led to the implosion, as carbon fiber may not be able to withstand the extreme pressures at great depths. Despite the tragedy, the company behind the submersible is still advertising dives to the Titanic for 2024.

via AS USA|
#carbon-fiber-hull#implosion#ocean-exploration
tragedy2 years ago

"Titanic Submersible Implosion: Carbon Fiber Hull Failure and Recovery Challenges"

An international investigation is underway following the implosion of the Titan submersible, which resulted in the deaths of five people during a dive towards the wreckage of the Titanic. Debris from the submersible, including presumed human remains, has been recovered. The use of a carbon-fiber hull is being scrutinized, as photos suggest it gave way during the incident. OceanGate Expeditions, the company operating the trips to the Titanic, is still advertising future trips despite reducing the number of dives offered. The National Transportation Safety Board plans to release a full report on the tragedy in one to two years.

via AS USA|
#carbon-fiber-hull#implosion#investigation
science-and-technology2 years ago

Titan Submersible: Wreckage Photos Confirm Carbon-Fiber Hull Failure

Photos of the wreckage of the Titan submersible, which imploded under the North Atlantic in June 2023, support the theory that the carbon-fiber hull failed first, according to an expert. The intact titanium structural rings suggest they did not fail, while the front viewport of the ship appears to have failed. Large slabs of the carbon-fiber hull were not recovered, indicating a likely failure. The absence of visible carbon fiber on joints and debris suggests the hull broke into tiny pieces. A forensic investigation is underway to determine the exact sequence of events.

via Yahoo News|
#carbon-fiber-hull#implosion#investigation