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The bolts are described as small and poorly fitted, suggesting weak points in the original design.
The steel beams and trusses show signs of significant deformation, such as bending and snapping.
Some sections of steel are found shattered inside the columns, implying a failure in the connection points due to stress or heat.
Bolt and Weld Failures
The transcript highlights that many bolts in the wreckage are either missing, bent, or broken, with some appearing to have been ripped out of their connections. The welds on beams are also scrutinized, revealing weak or insufficient welding that could have contributed to the collapse.
Supporting evidence:
- Photographs show bolts with signs of snapping or twisting, indicative of structural failure.