A Year After the Titan Submersible Implosion: Investigations Continue and Safety Concerns Persist in Deep-Sea Exploration

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Concerns about OceanGate's submersible safety had been raised since 2018.
Former passengers and industry experts criticized OceanGate for various reasons, including using a video-game controller to steer the submersible and making its hull out of carbon fiber.
On June 18, 2023, the Titan submersible imploded in the North Atlantic while on a descent to the Titanic wreckage.
The incident resulted in the deaths of five individuals on board: OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush, Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman Dawood, British businessman Hamish Harding, and French deep-sea explorer Paul-Henri Nargeolet.
The U.S. Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation (MBI) stated that its investigation into the contributing factors would take longer than initially projected to complete.
A Year After the Titan Submersible Implosion: Investigations Continue and Safety Concerns Persist in Deep-Sea Exploration

On June 18, 2023, the Titan submersible imploded in the North Atlantic while on a descent to the Titanic wreckage. The incident resulted in the deaths of five individuals on board: OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush, Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman Dawood, British businessman Hamish Harding, and French deep-sea explorer Paul-Henri Nargeolet. The search for the submersible ended on June 22 when a debris field was discovered on the seafloor about 1,600 feet from the Titanic bow. Concerns about OceanGate's submersible safety had been raised since 2018, with some citing a lack of oversight and adherence to industry standards. The Titan submersible reached the depth of the Titanic wreckage on only 13 out of its 90 dives since it started in 2021. Former passengers and industry experts criticized OceanGate for various reasons, including using a video-game controller to steer the submersible and making its hull out of carbon fiber. The U.S. Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation (MBI) stated that its investigation into the contributing factors would take longer than initially projected to complete. A year after the tragedy, Triton Submarines, a rival company that follows industry standards and submits crafts to testing by third parties, plans to return to the Titanic site in a sub with a titanium hull. The technology needed for deep-sea exploration is still in its infancy, but demand for adventure tourism increases after fatal incidents. As of now, there is no projected completion date for the MBI's investigation into the Titan submersible implosion.

In addition to the five individuals killed in the Titan submersible implosion, Paul-Henri Nargeolet, a renowned deep-sea explorer known as Mr. Titanic, lost his life's work as he was among those who died. He had made 38 dives to the sunken liner and helped retrieve thousands of artifacts that have been displayed in museums and at events around the world. His legacy set a path for a new generation of explorers, which could include future human pilots who recover more of Titanic's remains and paraphernalia such as rivets, fine china, bottles of champagne, etc., that lie scattered over roughly three square miles of the North Atlantic seabed. Rival company Triton Submarines distinguishes itself from OceanGate by following industry standards and submitting crafts to testing by third parties. Triton plans to go back to the Titanic with a sub featuring a titanium hull, emphasizing safety in contrast to OceanGate's approach. The incident has also sparked discussions about safety regulations and oversight in the deep-sea submersible industry. While demand for adventure tourism increases after fatal incidents, the technology needed for deep-sea exploration is still in its infancy. As of now, there is no projected completion date for the MBI's investigation into the Titan submersible implosion.

In summary, a year after the tragic implosion of OceanGate's Titan submersible that killed five individuals and raised concerns about deep-sea exploration safety, investigators are still working to find answers. The U.S. Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation (MBI) stated that its investigation would take longer than initially projected to complete, with no projected completion date as of now. Rival company Triton Submarines plans to return to the Titanic site in a sub featuring a titanium hull, emphasizing safety and following industry standards in contrast to OceanGate's approach. The incident has also sparked discussions about safety regulations and oversight in the deep-sea submersible industry, with demand for adventure tourism increasing after fatal incidents. Paul-Henri Nargeolet, a renowned deep-sea explorer known as Mr. Titanic, lost his life's work in the tragedy and his legacy set a path for a new generation of explorers who could include future human pilots recovering more of Titanic's remains and paraphernalia.

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Confidence

90%

Doubts
  • How accurate are the reported details of the Titan submersible implosion?
  • Is there a possibility that more information about OceanGate's submersible safety concerns will come to light during the investigation?

Sources

84%

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(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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A year after the Titan submersible implosion, investigators still don't have answers

National Public Radio (NPR) Rachel Treisman Tuesday, 18 June 2024 00:00
  • Unique Points
    • The Titan submersible imploded in the North Atlantic on June 18, 2023, during a descent to the Titanic wreckage.
    • Five people were on board: OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush, Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman Dawood, British businessman Hamish Harding, and French deep-sea explorer Paul-Henri Nargeolet.
    • The search for the submersible ended on June 22 when a debris field was discovered on the seafloor about 1,600 feet from the Titanic bow.
    • Concerns about OceanGate’s submersible safety had been raised since 2018, with some citing a lack of oversight and adherence to industry standards.
    • The Titan submersible reached the depth of the Titanic wreckage on only 13 out of its 90 dives since it started in 2021.
    • Former passengers and industry experts criticized OceanGate for various reasons, including using a video-game controller to steer the submersible and making its hull out of carbon fiber.
  • Accuracy
    • The Titan submersible imploded in the North Atlantic on June 18, 2023.
    • Investigations into the cause of the implosion are ongoing and being led by the US Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation (MBI) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
    • Concerns about OceanGate’s submersible safety had been raised since 2018.
    • RMS Titanic Inc., which owns salvage rights to the shipwreck, plans a research and imaging expedition using remotely operated vehicles in early July 2024.
    • Larry Connor, a billionaire real estate mogul, announced plans to venture to the Titanic site in a new submersible designed for scientific research and safety demonstration in summer 2026.
  • Deception (50%)
    The article contains selective reporting as it only reports details that support the author's position of the ongoing investigation into the Titan submersible implosion. The author does not provide any information about potential causes other than what has been reported by authorities and experts. Additionally, there is emotional manipulation through phrases such as 'sparking a frantic, dayslong search that ended with all five passengers declared dead' and 'capturing the world’s attention'.
    • Investigators were charged last year with determining not only the cause but also whether any acts of misconduct contributed to it, whether the evidence indicates any criminal acts that may be referred for prosecution and whether there is a need to change laws or regulations to avoid repeats.
    • The investigation into the implosion of the Titan submersible is a complex and ongoing effort.
    • Teams combed a search area that grew to more than twice the size of Connecticut, detecting underwater noises as they raced against the submersible’s purported 96-hour supply of oxygen.
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains several informal fallacies and an appeal to authority. The author states that 'reports emerged that experts within and beyond OceanGate had raised concerns about the safety of its submersible as far back as 2018.' This is an example of an appeal to authority fallacy, as the author is implying that these concerns are valid without providing any evidence or context. Additionally, the author states 'former passengers and industry experts (as well as social media onlookers) have criticized OceanGate for everything from making the submersible’s hull out of carbon fiber to using a video-game controller to steer it.' This is an example of an ad hominem fallacy, as the author is attacking the character or motives of OceanGate and its critics rather than addressing the substance of their criticisms. The article also contains several instances of loaded language, such as 'troubled adventure tourism industry' and 'multitude of safety concerns.' These phrases are emotionally charged and do not accurately reflect the situation. Despite these fallacies, there is no clear evidence of formal logical fallacies in the text.
    • ]reports emerged that experts within and beyond OceanGate had raised concerns about the safety of its submersible as far back as 2018.[
    • former passengers and industry experts (as well as social media onlookers) have criticized OceanGate for everything from making the submersible’s hull out of carbon fiber to using a video-game controller to steer it.
  • Bias (95%)
    The article does not demonstrate any clear bias towards a specific political, religious, ideological or monetary position. However, the author does make several statements that could be perceived as critical of OceanGate and its safety practices. These statements are based on facts and evidence presented in the article and do not involve any language that depicts one side as extreme or unreasonable. Therefore, while there is some bias present in the article, it is not significant enough to warrant a score below 95.
    • ]The work of determining the actual cause of the implosion falls primarily to the Coast Guard and, to some extent, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)[], []But several months later, in October, investigators issued no other updates until last week[.]
    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication
    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication

    82%

    The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
    (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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    A year after the Titan tragedy, a sub is planning to go back to the Titanic to make a point

    CNN News Site: In-Depth Reporting and Analysis with Some Financial Conflicts and Sensational Language Allison Morrow Tuesday, 18 June 2024 10:00
    • Unique Points
      • Triton Submarines distinguishes itself from OceanGate by following industry standards and submitting crafts to testing by third parties.
      • OceanGate was a controversial player in the deep-sea submersible industry and frequently skirted regulations.
      • The technology needed to reach the Earth’s deepest nooks and crannies is still in its infancy, but demand for adventure tourism increases after fatal incidents.
    • Accuracy
      • A year ago, there was a tragedy involving a commercial sub and five passengers on their way to the Titanic.
      • OceanGate, the operator behind the ill-fated sub, folded after officials revealed it had imploded.
      • Triton Submarines is planning a journey to the Titanic wreckage to reassure people of safe sub travel.
      • OceanGate’s founder, Stockton Rush, insisted that his unconventional carbon fiber hull was safe despite warnings from experts.
    • Deception (30%)
      The article contains selective reporting and emotional manipulation. The author focuses on the tragedy of OceanGate and how it created an opportunity for other submersible operators to demonstrate safety, while omitting any mention of the successes or safety records of these operators. The author also uses emotional language such as 'agonizing spectacle' and 'chill through the small but growing community of deep-sea submersible enthusiasts' to manipulate the reader's emotions. Additionally, there are no direct quotes from Allison Morrow expressing her own opinions or editorializing, but she does use phrases like 'industry leader Triton Submarines' and 'real-estate billionaire Larry Connor' to imply her agreement with their perspectives.
      • Triton Submarines is quick to tout the credentials that OceanGate sidestepped, such as submitting its crafts to testing by third parties like the American Bureau of Shipping.
      • One leading sub operator, eager to demonstrate that the Titan sub failed to live up to the industry standards that can make trips to the ocean floor relatively safe, is already planning its own journey to the wreckage of the Titanic.
      • The agonizing spectacle sent a chill through the small but growing community of deep-sea submersible enthusiasts.
    • Fallacies (95%)
      The author makes an appeal to authority by quoting industry leader Triton Submarines and real-estate billionaire Larry Connor. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing OceanGate as a 'rogue operation' and 'experimental nature of the craft', but does not provide any evidence to support these claims.
      • ]If there is any positive to draw from the situation, the legacy will be that there is further investment being made in deep ocean submersibles[
      • Triton, through a spokesperson, told CNN that trip was in the early planning stages and that 'we can’t share a timeline yet.'
      • Two of its main points:1) OceanGate was a rogue operation that skirted regulations and ignored repeated warnings from the tight-knit community of deep sea explorers.2) OceanGate’s sub designs were so experimental, no other commercial sub operation would ever replicate them.
      • The technology needed to reach the Earth’s deepest nooks and crannies is still in its infancy. But if the broader adventure tourism industry offers any guidance, the specter of death will only fuel demand.
    • Bias (95%)
      The author, Allison Morrow, presents OceanGate as a rogue operation that skirted regulations and ignored warnings from the deep sea explorers community. She also emphasizes that OceanGate's sub designs were experimental and not replicable by other commercial sub operations. The author uses language like 'rogue operation', 'skirted regulations', and 'experimental nature' to depict OceanGate in a negative light.
      • OceanGate was a rogue operation that skirted regulations and ignored repeated warnings from the tight-knit community of deep sea explorers.
        • The agonizing spectacle sent a chill through the small but growing community of deep-sea submersible enthusiasts. But rather than tanking the entire industry, the event created an opportunity for submersible operators to double-down on their messaging around safety, and cast OceanGate as a rogue operation.
          • Two of its main points:1) OceanGate was a rogue operation that skirted regulations and ignored repeated warnings from the tight-knit community of deep sea explorers.2) OceanGate’s sub designs were so experimental, no other commercial sub operation would ever replicate them.
          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication

          98%

          The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
          (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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          On Titan Submersible Anniversary, World Rethinks Deep Sea Exploration

          The New York Times William J. Tuesday, 18 June 2024 14:15
          • Unique Points
            • Five men died in the implosion of the Titan submersible on June 18, 2023, during a dive to the Titanic’s resting place.
            • Paul-Henri Nargeolet, who was known as Mr. Titanic and had made 38 dives to the sunken liner, was among those who died.
            • RMS Titanic is preparing a July expedition using a pair of robots instead of people in submersibles to look for more treasures from the Titanic’s wreckage.
            • Jessica Sanders, president of RMS Titanic, believes there is an art to artifact recovery and that technology cannot replace the human element.
          • Accuracy
            • ,
          • Deception (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Fallacies (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Bias (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication

          96%

          The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
          (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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          Undersea explorers mark a tragic day. Things to know about the Titan disaster one year later

          KCCI News Channel 8 Des Moines PATRICK WHITTLE Tuesday, 18 June 2024 08:53
          • Unique Points
            • A year after an experimental submersible imploded en route to the Titanic, unanswered questions linger with no immediate answers.
            • The investigation is taking longer than expected, with guard officials not ready to release the results by the anniversary.
          • Accuracy
            • The Titan made its last dive on June 18, 2023, and lost contact with its support vessel about two hours later.
            • Five people were on board: OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush, Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman Dawood, British businessman Hamish Harding, and French deep-sea explorer Paul-Henri Nargeolet.
            • The search for the submersible ended on June 22 when a debris field was discovered on the seafloor about 1,600 feet from the Titanic bow.
            • Investigations into the cause of the implosion are ongoing and being led by the US Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation (MBI) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
            • Former passengers and industry experts criticized OceanGate for various reasons, including using a video-game controller to steer the submersible and making its hull out of carbon fiber.
            • The Coast Guard’s investigation is currently in its fact-finding phase with no projected completion date. A public hearing is planned by the end of the year.
            • RMS Titanic Inc., which owns salvage rights to the shipwreck, plans a research and imaging expedition using remotely operated vehicles in early July 2024.
            • Larry Connor, a billionaire real estate mogul, announced plans to venture to the Titanic site in a new submersible designed for scientific research and safety demonstration in summer 2026.
          • Deception (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Fallacies (95%)
            The article contains some instances of appeals to authority and dichotomous depictions, but overall the authors provide a clear and factual account of the events surrounding the Titan submersible disaster. They quote various experts and officials to provide context and insight into the investigation, without endorsing or invalidating their opinions. The tone is informative rather than inflammatory, making it less likely for fallacies to be present.
            • ][Marine Board of Investigation Chair Jason Neubauer] describing the inquiry as a 'complex and ongoing effort.'[[//], [
          • Bias (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication

          94%

          The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
          (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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          Investigators looking into the Titan sub disaster say finding answers is 'complex' and will take longer than expected

          Entertainment Variety Tv Site: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv-site/ Joshua Zitser Tuesday, 18 June 2024 15:14
          • Unique Points
            • The Titan submersible imploded on June 18, 2023, killing all five on board.
            • The investigation into the cause of the implosion is ongoing and being led by the US Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation (MBI) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
          • Accuracy
            • The Titan submersible imploded on June 18, 2023.
            • Five people were on board: OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush, Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman Dawood, British businessman Hamish Harding, and French deep-sea explorer Paul-Henri Nargeolet.
            • The Titan submersible likely imploded due to a catastrophic loss of the pressure chamber on the seafloor.
            • CEO of OceanGate, Stockton Rush, was among the dead.
          • Deception (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Fallacies (95%)
            The author uses the term 'complex' to describe the investigation, implying that it is more complicated than it may be. This is an appeal to complexity fallacy. The author also quotes the US Coast Guard stating that they are still in the fact-finding phase and have not met their initial 12-month deadline, but does not provide any context as to why this delay might be necessary or reasonable. This could potentially be an example of a hasty generalization fallacy if the reader assumes that all investigations should be completed within 12 months without considering the unique circumstances of this case.
            • ][The investigation into the implosion of the Titan submersible is] a complex and ongoing effort[[,
          • Bias (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication