Challenger Disaster | Acceptable Risk | 2
American Scandal
Safety vs. Ambition in Space
This chapter examines the conflicting pressures faced by NASA and Thiokol regarding the safety of the O-rings in shuttle launches, set against the backdrop of launching the Teacher in Space program with Krista McAuliffe. It highlights the tension between operational demands and safety concerns, ultimately portraying the hopes and risks associated with U.S. space exploration.
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