The missing submersible, called the Titan, could have vulnerabilities due to the 'voluntary' safety regulations of the industry, a former U.S. submarine commander says.
The missing submersible owned and operated by OceanGate Expeditions, could have "vulnerabilities,” a former submarine commander says.
"The company decides to have their vessel inspected and regulated and insured by going through a process they volunteer to go through. And in this case, the company felt like they're being very innovative, very fast-moving," Marquet told CTV's Your Morning on Thursday.Questions have been raised about the submersible, called the Titan, and its safety after a lawsuit alleged passengers could be endangered.
The concerns surrounded the company's decision to rely on sound monitoring for cracking and popping noises made by the hull under pressure to detect flaws rather than a scan.
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