
Book Club: Adam Higginbotham
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The Perils of O-Rings in Space Shuttle Design
This chapter explores the vital role of O-rings in the Space Shuttle's solid rocket boosters and the dangers posed by their design. It details early warnings of O-ring erosion and the engineering oversights that contributed to a tragic disaster.
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