ABC NEWS: New video sheds light on last moments of Titan submersible implosion
The Moment Wendy Rush Heard the Titan Implosion
Wendy Rush have firsthand experience on aboard the Polar Prince, provides a rare auditory glimpse into the disaster. The sudden, unmistakable sound of the implosion heard and a sharp bang occurred just before the communication with the Titan was lost. This moment underscores the severity of the submersible structural failure and the devastating impact of deep sea pressure.
OceanGate Titan: Engineering Ambitions and Risks
The Titan submersible created by OceanGate was manufactured using advanced carbon fiber and titanium material, it was aimed to enable deep dive and explore the Titanic wreck. Despite these innovations, the vessel was unable to withstand the extreme hydrostatic pressure at depths exceeding 3000 meters, as a result it leads to catastrophic implosion.
Acoustic and Visual Evidence: A Key to Understanding the Disaster
The US Coast Guard video combined with acoustic data from naval sensors, reveals how the implosion sound waves reached the surface faster than the OceanGate last transmitted message. This evidence is crucial for collecting together the timeline and understanding the sequence of events during this tragic dive.
The Role of the Polar Prince Support Vessel
Serving as the launch and recovery platform for Titan, the Polar Prince maintained contact with the submersible throughout its descent. The crew aboard, including Wendy Rush were the first to detect the implosion sound, marking a key moment in the unfolding tragedy.
Timeline of Events Surrounding the Titan Implosion
| Date & Time (NDT) |
Event Description |
| June 18, 2023, 8:30 a.m. |
Five passengers board Titan on Polar Prince |
| 9:18 a.m. |
Titan begins descent to Titanic wreck |
| 10:47:27 a.m. |
Final message “dropped two weights” sent |
| 10:47:33 a.m. |
Last ping received; loud implosion bang heard |
| June 22, 2023 |
Debris and wreckage of Titan found near Titanic |
| September 2024 |
First images of wreckage released; hearings begin |
FAQ – Implosion
What led to the Titan’s implosion?
The implosion was caused by the failure of the submersible composite pressure hull under extreme ocean pressure at extreme depth.
Who were the passengers aboard the Titan?
The five aboard included Stockton Rush, Paul-Henri Nargeolet, Hamish Harding, Shahzada Dawood, and Suleman Dawood.
How was the implosion detected?
It was immediately captured on Acoustic sensors and the crew on the Polar Prince, including Wendy Rush detected the implosion sound prior to the loss of communication during the exploration mission.
Why is the new video important?
Because it provides direct audio and visual evidence of the implosion, and help investigators to understand the event timeline weeks after implosion.
Is recovery of the submersible or passengers possible?
Due to the depth and condition of the wreckage, recovery is extremely challenging, though debris has been located.
This tragic event highlights the inherent risks of deep sea exploration and identify the importance of vessel design weakness and safety under extreme conditions. The newly released video offers a sobering and invaluable perspective on the final moments of the Titan submersible.
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