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Old 2nd Jul 2009, 18:15
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Most of the a/c damage was compressional - horizontal components in cabinets pancaked and vertical components survived intact if not in perfect condition. Also the large sections have multiple cracks much like when a plate is dropped as an analogy. Also the deck being bent upward would require a huge vertical pressure load - e.g. water. I agree with the French engineers of the type of damage versus impact mode.
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