Causality

By The Engineered Network

Chain of Events. Cause and Effect. We analyse what went right and what went wrong as we discover that many outcomes can be predicted, planned for and even prevented.

5 episodes

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Innovation's Catastrophic Failure: Disregarding Engineering for Speed

Feb 02, 2026

Innovation without rigorous engineering and expert counsel leads to catastrophic failure. Learn how prioritizing speed over safety risks unravels even the most ambitious ventures.

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West Gate Bridge: Novel Methods, Deadly Oversight

Nov 29, 2025

A catastrophic bridge collapse reveals the dangers of new technology, distributed authority, and cutting corners, offering vital lessons for modern engineering and innovation.

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Design Flaw Left Carnival Triumph Adrift

Aug 26, 2025

A single design flaw disabled an entire cruise ship's power, stranding thousands and revealing critical lessons about redundancy, geographic separation, and passenger rights.

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Cascading Failures: How Safety Was Ignored at Bayer

Apr 30, 2025

Cascading failures, including bypassed safety interlocks and a self-directed team structure, led to a fatal explosion at Bayer CropScience, highlighting critical oversight gaps.

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Explosive Mix: How Neglect Fueled West Fertilizer Tragedy

Mar 31, 2025

Catastrophic failures in regulation, safety, and town planning led to the devastating West Fertilizer Company explosion, highlighting the urgent need for proactive risk mitigation.

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