👉 Containment engineering is a specialized field focused on designing, implementing, and maintaining systems that safely isolate hazardous materials, processes, or environments from the surrounding environment to prevent exposure, contamination, or release. It involves a multidisciplinary approach combining principles of mechanical, chemical, and systems engineering to create robust barriers, monitoring systems, and emergency response protocols. Key applications include nuclear reactor containment (preventing radioactive material release), chemical plant safety (containing toxic or reactive substances), and biosecurity measures (isolating pathogens). The goal is to ensure compliance with safety regulations, protect human health and ecosystems, and mitigate risks during operations, accidents, or intentional misuse. Effective containment engineering requires rigorous risk assessment, material selection, structural integrity analysis, and continuous monitoring to adapt to evolving challenges.
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