How 30 Lines of Code Blew Up a 27-Ton Generator

12/12/2020

This article recounts the story of how 30 lines of faulty code caused a 27-ton generator to explode, resulting in significant damage. The incident occurred at a power plant where a software bug, combined with a series of other errors, caused a cascading failure that ultimately led to the explosion. The article explains how a seemingly minor glitch in the code went undetected and eventually caused the generator to overheat. It highlights the importance of thorough testing and the potential consequences of overlooking even small coding errors in complex systems. The incident serves as a cautionary tale for the need for rigorous software development practices, especially in critical infrastructure.

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