👉 One common example of poor engineering is the Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapse in 1940, often referred to as "Galloping Gertie." The design failed because it lacked adequate aerodynamic considerations and dynamic analysis. Engineers should have accounted for wind-induced vibrations, which caused the bridge to oscillate violently and ultimately collapse. Instead, they relied on simplistic models that didn't predict such extreme conditions, leading to a catastrophic failure. This highlights the importance of thorough dynamic analysis and environmental considerations in engineering design to prevent such disasters.
