👉 Collapse engineering is a specialized field within structural engineering focused on the study and design of structures that are intentionally engineered to fail in a controlled manner. This approach aims to enhance safety and reliability by identifying potential failure modes and designing structures to withstand unexpected loads or damage, such as those from earthquakes, extreme weather, or human error. By understanding how and why structures might collapse under certain conditions, engineers can develop more robust designs that minimize the risk of catastrophic failure while ensuring economic efficiency and public safety. This proactive strategy involves rigorous testing, simulation, and analysis to predict structural behavior under various stress scenarios, ultimately leading to safer and more resilient infrastructure.
