Titan submersible implodes during Titanic dive due to manufacturing flaws in its carbon fiber hull.

The Titan submersible, which imploded during a dive to the Titanic wreckage in June 2023, had significant manufacturing flaws in its carbon fiber hull, including wrinkles, porosity, and voids. These imperfections contributed to substantial delamination and altered hull behavior after a loud bang was recorded during a previous dive. The Coast Guard is investigating the incident, while OceanGate has suspended operations, raising concerns about private undersea exploration.

September 25, 2024
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