OmnipotentEntityJun 20, 2023

Missing Titan submersible is operated by a cheap game controller

https://beehaw.org/post/659303

Missing Titan submersible is operated by a cheap game controller - Beehaw

> the Logitech F710 is a solid controller to get if you’re on a tight budget, but perhaps not exactly the type of equipment you want to stake your life on. […] Reviewers on sites like Amazon frequently mention issues with the wireless device’s connection. > The reporter, who followed an expedition of the Titan from the launch ship, wrote that “it seems like this submersible has elements of MacGyver jerry-riggedness.”

Show threadBurningnnTree
It seems like a really bad idea to use a wireless controller instead of a wired one. But I guess it shouldn't matter as long as they have a backup wired controller in case the wireless one dies.
Jun 20, 2023 at 2:56pmWeb
Show threadGramJun 20, 2023

I think there's more to it than that.

When working at industrial factories if I catch a glimpse of something run off a cheap consumer alternative to the standard industry equipment I immediately question everything. If they're willing to skimp on that item, where else have they skimped?

Show threadBucket_of_TruthJun 20, 2023

Check out this video where the owner shows off the sub.

He bought parts from RV world!

A visit to RMS Titanic

YouTube
Show threadmeat_popsicleJun 20, 2023
You take that back! Camper World is a hallmark of quality, I bought all my kidney extraction equipment from there!
Show threadMugmoorJun 20, 2023
I take it you haven't heard about what happened to this sub.
Show threadCmdrShepardJun 20, 2023
Laugh now but when it comes out that the Logitech controller was the only thing to survive the implosion, you'll look pretty foolish.
Show threadCmdrShepardJun 20, 2023
Hopefully they at least have some spare AA batteries to swap in when it dies in the middle of a match.