Why Did the Challenger Space Shuttle Explode - Epic Engineering Failures

Explore the tragic Challenger Space Shuttle disaster in this 18-minute video from Wondrium's series "Epic Engineering Failures and the Lessons They Teach." Delve into the behind-the-scenes events, personalities, and conflicting goals that led to the catastrophic explosion, killing seven crew members and throwing the US space program into crisis. Examine the organizational decision-making failures alongside the engineering issues, starting with the repeated launch postponements and culminating in the explosion. Investigate the shuttle's technological system, focusing on the crucial O-ring components and their inadequate protection. Learn about the O-ring issues discovered after the first shuttle launch and how they contributed to this epic engineering failure. Gain valuable insights into the complex interplay between human factors and technical challenges in high-stakes aerospace endeavors.

Repeated Postponements of Challenger Launch
Challenger Explodes
Exploring the Challenger's Technological System
Did the O-Rings Provide Adequate Protection?
O-Ring Issue Found after First Shuttle Launch