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science-and-technology2 years ago•3 min saved

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

science2 years ago•6 min saved

"The Implosion of Titan: A Game-Changer for Deep-Sea Research?"

Deep-sea submersible research, such as the Alvin submersible, is crucial for understanding our world, but the recent OceanGate Titan disaster has raised concerns among scientists about the future of manned-submersible research. Despite the tragedy, deep-sea dives with proper safety precautions are generally safe, as evidenced by the Alvin's impeccable track record of over 5,000 dives with no deaths or serious injuries. Scientists worry that public perception of submersible research may be negatively impacted, potentially hindering future support and interest in this field. The Alvin has played a significant role in paradigm-shifting discoveries, such as finding the Titanic and confirming the existence of chemosynthetic life forms.

via Slate|

#alvin #deep-sea-exploration #oceangate-titan

world2 years ago•2 min saved

Teen's Rubik's Cube Record Attempt Cut Short on Doomed Titanic Sub

The wife and mother of the father and son who died on the OceanGate Titan submersible during a dive to tour the Titanic wreckage said that her son, Suleman, couldn't wait for the excursion and had his eye on setting a world record for the deepest-ever completion of the Rubik's Cube. The grieving wife and mother said her husband and son were both passionate about learning history and science, and that the family would watch documentaries together every night. The submersible went missing on June 18, and officials said the oxygen supply on the sub would likely have run out after 96 hours.

via CBS News|

#oceangate-titan #rubiks-cube #submersible

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Adele's Vegas Show Interrupted by Titanic Submersible Discussion

During a recent performance of her Las Vegas residency, Adele brought up the OceanGate Titan submersible tragedy and conducted an impromptu poll asking how many people would go to the bottom of the ocean to see the Titanic or go to space. She admitted she wouldn't do either and explained that she's a scaredy-cat of everything and doesn't have an interest in the deep sea or space.

via BuzzFeed|

#adele #entertainment #las-vegas-residency

science2 years ago•4 min saved

Tallest tree in Asia and brain spirals: Science highlights

This week's science news includes the tragic confirmation that the OceanGate Titan submersible imploded, killing all five men inside. Other highlights include the discovery of an exotic new state of matter, the tallest tree in Asia, and mysterious spiral signals in the brain. In health news, genetic risk factors for Dupuytren's disease are derived from Neanderthals. Meanwhile, scientists warn that the next solar maximum may be more powerful than expected and we are poorly prepared for it.

via Livescience.com|

#brain-spirals #exotic-state-of-matter #oceangate-titan

travel2 years ago•3 min saved

Mexican OceanGate Titan Traveler Shares Disappearance Theory

Mexican actor and travel video creator Alan Estrada, the first Mexican to travel aboard the OceanGate Titan submersible, shares his experience of visiting the remains of the Titanic and his thoughts on the recent tragic news of the missing sub and its passengers. Estrada explains the risks involved in the expedition and theorizes that the sub could have gotten stuck on its way to see the Titanic remains. He also shares an unearthed video of his first failed attempt at taking the Titanic voyage in July 2021, which includes an interview with OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush.

via mitú|

#alan-estrada #oceangate-titan #risk