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120. The Descent (OceanGate)

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Innovating Ocean Exploration

This chapter explores the journey of OceanGate's founders as they seek to revolutionize deep-sea exploration through advanced submersible technology. It highlights the development of Cyclops I and Cyclops II, detailing innovations in design and materials, as well as the challenges faced during their engineering. The narrative intertwines themes of ambition, exploration, and the commercial potential of ocean tourism, particularly with Titanic expeditions.

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