In a tragedy that has definitely saddened hearts across the globe, a multinational search for the deep-sea submersible Titan, carrying five individuals on an expedition to explore the wreckage of the Titanic, has come to a devastating end. The U.S. Coast Guard announced that the submersible was found in pieces, indicating a “catastrophic implosion” that claimed the lives of everyone on board.
A $30 Logitech Gamepad was used to steer the Deep-sea submarine
After days of searching, a robotic diving vehicle deployed from a Canadian ship made the grim discovery on the seabed, approximately 1,600 feet (488 meters) from the bow of the Titanic. The debris field, located 2 1/2 miles (4 km) beneath the surface in a remote area of the North Atlantic, contained major fragments of the 22-foot (6.7-meter) Titan, including its tail cone and sections of the pressure hull. The Titan, operated by OceanGate Expeditions, had gone missing when it lost contact with its surface support ship during what should have been a routine two-hour dive to the iconic shipwreck. Among the victims of the tragic incident were Stockton Rush, the founder and CEO of OceanGate, and four other individuals known for their spirit of adventure and passion for ocean exploration.
Hamish Harding, a British billionaire and explorer, along with Shahzada Dawood, a Pakistani-born businessman, his British citizen son Suleman, and French oceanographer Paul-Henri Nargeolet, all perished in the implosion. Nargeolet, renowned for his expertise on the Titanic, had visited the wreckage numerous times. OceanGate expressed deep sorrow for the loss and extended condolences to the families of the victims. The company emphasized the explorers’ shared spirit of adventure and commitment to ocean conservation.
The search efforts involved teams and support personnel from the United States, Canada, France, and Britain, who scanned thousands of square miles of open seas using planes and ships. Despite the extensive operation, the tragic fate of the Titan and its crew was ultimately sealed in the depths of the ocean. The incident serves as a solemn reminder of the inherent risks of deep-sea exploration. Let’s see where the investigation leads to, since a recent story uncovered that a 30$ Logitech Gamepad was used to steer the submarine.
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