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Unprecedented failure led to the collapse of the world-renowned radio telescope in Puerto Rico, report shows

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Unprecedented failure led to the collapse of the world-renowned radio telescope in Puerto Rico, report shows

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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.
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  Yeah, zinc failing in corrosive island air is extremely predictable. It corrodes notably slower than bare steel, but it still corrodes

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