The Tragic Fate of OceanGate's Titan Submersible: Lessons Learned.
TL;DR
The Titan submersible, which went missing on Sunday, suffered a catastrophic implosion that likely killed its pilot and four passengers instantly amid the intense water pressure in the deep North Atlantic. Experts had cautioned that under intense pressure at extreme depths the Titan’s hull could implode, which would result in instant death for anyone aboard the vessel. The craft's larger internal volume meant it was subjected to more external pressure, and any defect could result in a “near-instantaneous implosion” in less than 40 milliseconds.
- What happens during a catastrophic implosion? Titan submersible occupants likely died instantly WPBF West Palm Beach
- Photos do not show remains of OceanGate's Titan submersible The Associated Press
- Transportation Safety Board of Canada launches investigation into fatal implosion of Titanic-bound submersible CNN
- Editorial: A sad end for the Titan submersible, but a titanic level of international cooperation Chicago Tribune
- Opinion: The Titan submersible offers a chilling lesson on the dangers of new technology The Globe and Mail
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