The 3D model of the sub, part of billionaire Larry Connor's Risky Expedition Plan, has left viewers stunned.
The unveiling of the 3D model has sparked discussion about safety in deep-sea exploration.
In June 18, OceanGate's Titan submersible met a catastrophic fate, resulting in the deaths of five individuals. The sub lost contact with its mothership while descending to the Titanic wreckage site, leading to a devastating implosion at a depth of 12,500 feet.
After the disaster, five victims were identified, including OceanGate founder Stockton Rush, father and son Shahzada and Suleman Dawood, UK billionaire Hamish Harding, and former French navy commander Paul-Henri Nargeolet.
Despite the tragedy, Larry Connor, a billionaire with a net worth of $2 billion, remains undeterred in his pursuit of exploration.
He has commissioned a new submersible design, aiming to prove that the Titan disaster was an isolated incident.
In the interview with the Wall Street Journal, Larry Connor said: “I want to show people worldwide that while the ocean is extremely powerful, it can be wonderful and enjoyable and really kind of life-changing if you go about it the right way.”
Following the Titan disaster, which claimed the lives of 5 passengers, experts raised concerns about the OceanGate submersible's design. Criticisms focus on its cylindrical shape and carbon fiber structure, with arguments suggesting that traditional metal spheres offer superior structural integrity at extreme depths.
The OceanGate design faces criticism not only from traditionalists favoring metal spheres but also from skeptics like Cameron.
Connor then released a 3D model of the submersible that may be used to help him discover the Titanic shipwreck.
The newly proposed submersible diverges from traditional metal spheres, opting for a clear structure. Despite its innovative design, questions linger about its safety and functionality, prompting mixed reactions from the public.
One person joked: I steam my vegetables in one of these
A second wrote: I'm not divided on anything. Whatever happens, happens. Y'all survive or join the Titanic ghost, that's on y'all. Learn to leave the dead be. Stop disturbing final resting places.
While a third commented: The submarine is gone the people are dead everything is mashed .. I didn't say this...didn't say that...... James Cameron went to the site hundreds of times...
Another said: It's definitely a risk but without risk you will never know what is out there in the deep ocean. Much respect to the individuals who risk their lives to push the human race foward...
Someone else added: As long as the design and structure of the submarine gets approval from the engineer who specialise in deep sea submersibles and is built out of the appropriate materials there should not be any issues or risks.
Larry Connor's ambitious expedition plan highlights the ongoing debate surrounding deep-sea exploration safety. As innovation collides with risk, the future of underwater discovery remains uncertain, raising questions about the balance between exploration and safety.
