A representative for OceanGate confirmed that the Titan submersible's implosion wasn't caused by lightning, clarifying it was an earlier prototype hull that suffered the strike.
Tony Nissen, OceanGate's former engineering director, testified that he believed the prototype hull was compromised by lightning during a test dive and refused to sign off on it.
Stockton Rush, the CEO of OceanGate, noted that despite lightning damage in 2018, repairs were expedited using commercial off-the-shelf components, restoring functionality quickly.
The ongoing inquiry revealed concerns over the sub's storage, indicating it was left exposed to elements for months, raising questions about maintenance and handling.
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