Engineering Catastrophes Season 7 Episode 2 - Island Observatory Failure

Airdate: 2023-Oct-25

Episode summary:

In Puerto Rico, the iconic Arecibo Observatory, a radio telescope nestled into a giant crater, had to close after cables holding up a critical platform came crashing down. Experts analyze the cumulative effects that led to the collapse of this awe-inspiring structure.

About Engineering Catastrophes series:

Engineering Catastrophes will profile, investigate, analyze, and find solutions for the world's most unbelievable engineering gaffes. From the...Show more >