Mar 22, 2023 · However, there have also been plenty of engineering failures that have caused unforgettable disasters due to carelessness, underestimation, negligence, and insufficient knowledge.

Whether through the careless and blind pursuit of success, a disregard of the human cost in failure, or merely abject incompetence, history is littered with the casualties of engineering. Here are 20 of the …

Aug 17, 2023 · While sometimes catastrophic and deadly, it is important for engineers to learn from failure. Here are 10 engineering failures that shook the industry, some from early in the 20th centurry.

Levee failures in New Orleans (2005) Levees and floodwalls protecting New Orleans, Louisiana, and its suburbs failed in 50 locations on August 29, 2005, following the passage of Hurricane Katrina, killing …

Sep 28, 2025 · This collection of 15 catastrophic failures spans nearly 150 years of industrial and technological development, from the 1876 Ashtabula River Railroad Disaster to the 2011 Fukushima …

Construction disasters don’t just impact buildings, they affect lives, reputations, and the future of engineering. Over the decades, several engineering failures have made headlines—each one a stark …

Jul 3, 2025 · Engineering history is filled with spectacular failures that, while devastating at the time, ultimately pushed the field forward in ways that careful planning never could.

Sep 2, 2025 · After many of these engineering disasters however, professionals and leaders have learned from the wrong decisions that were made. Here, we discuss some of the worst engineering …

Sep 8, 2025 · This article explores several engineering disasters that reshaped building codes forever. From tower collapses to bridge failures, each case highlights critical flaws that triggered change.

Uncover engineering disasters from Chernobyl to Titan's implosion, exploring causes and impacts of mechanical failures in historical and modern tragedies.