Anyone been following the Gulf oil leak fix attempts?

[Harrison]

I think the issue was that the main drilling platform was on fire and so any computer system were probably offline as the rig sank.

[outlawal2]

I think the issue was that the main drilling platform was on fire and so any computer system were probably offline as the rig sank.

The fail-safe systems are specifically designed with this possible contingency in mind. The systems are installed in the structure that is anchored to the sea floor and sits directly ON the sea floor.. This structure is sealed and completely separate from the floating rig and that is why I am very suspicious that the systems could all fail at once..

[Bloodwych]

To see what they are now dealing with since making the cut (not as clean as they would have liked):

OceanInterventionROV2




That is a lot of oil! I think now they will try and clean it up and place a cap on top.