The Engineering Missteps Behind The OceanGate Titan Disaster

This research explores the tragic implosion of the OceanGate Titan submersible, analyzing the technical flaws in material choice, particularly the use of carbon fiber under extreme deep-sea pressure, and the ethical consequences of ignoring expert warnings. The paper discusses engineering risks, regulatory gaps, and human decision-making that led to the loss of five lives, while proposing safer, evidence-based design alternatives for future submersible missions.