Unprecedented failure led to the collapse of the world-renowned radio telescope in Puerto Rico, report shows
Unprecedented failure led to the collapse of the world-renowned radio telescope in Puerto Rico, report shows
www.nbcnews.com Unprecedented failure led to the collapse of the world-renowned radio telescope in Puerto Rico, report shows
The iconic Arecibo Observatory telescope collapsed due to the decay of the zinc-filled sockets supporting the steel cables holding up its 900-ton receiver platform.
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Deliberate long term neglect.
Yeah, zinc failing in corrosive island air is extremely predictable. It corrodes notably slower than bare steel, but it still corrodes