Uncovering the Causes of the Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster: Examining the Truth and Lies Behind the O-Rings

On January 28th, 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger tragically exploded shortly after lift-off, killing all seven astronauts on board. The disaster has since been attributed to a faulty O-ring seal in the right Solid Rocket Booster (SRB). The Challenger disaster was a devastating event for the United States and the world, and it remains one of the most significant spaceflight accidents in history. Allan J. McDonald, the Director of the Solid Rocket Motor Project at Morton Thiokol, was instrumental in uncovering the cause of the disaster. McDonald had warned NASA of the potential risks posed by the O-ring seal but his warnings went unheeded. His courage and dedication to uncovering the truth of the Challenger disaster will never be