What Does Buckling Mean?

In structural engineering, buckling is the sudden change in shape of a structural component under load, such as the bowing of a column under compression or the wrinkling of a plate under shear.

What is the English meaning of buckling?

to bend something or become bent, often as a result of force, heat, or weakness: The intense heat from the fire had caused the factory roof to buckle.

What does buckling mean in science?

Buckling, Mode of failure under compression of a structural component that is thin (see shell structure) or much longer than wide (e.g., post, column, leg bone).

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.