Why Sharks Attack Undersea Internet Cables

Section 2: The Culprits: Bull Sharks And Cable Mischief

• Introduce bull sharks as the primary troublemakers when it comes to attacking undersea cables.
• Describe the physical characteristics of bull sharks, such as their solid gray physique and short snouts.
• Explain that bull sharks are commonly found in tropical and warm waters worldwide, making them frequent visitors to cable installations.
• Highlight the use of computer modeling to simulate shark attacks on cables, measuring the impact and compression forces caused by these predators.
• Discuss the influence of a shark’s swimming speed on the damage inflicted on the cables.