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Buckling: meaning, definitions and examples

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buckling

 

[ ˈbʌklɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical deformation

Buckling refers to a sudden change in shape of a structure due to excessive load, leading to structural failure. It typically occurs in slender structures such as columns or beams when they are subjected to compressive stress. The deformation can happen locally or affect the entire structural element. Buckling can result from factors such as material imperfections, design flaws, and external forces. Engineers often consider buckling in the design process to ensure safety and stability.

Synonyms

collapse, deformation, failure.

Examples of usage

  • The column began buckling under the weight.
  • Engineers predicted the buckling of the bridge under heavy traffic.
  • The design failed to account for potential buckling.
  • The metal beam showed signs of buckling due to heat.

Translations

Translations of the word "buckling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 deformação

🇮🇳 बक्लिंग

🇩🇪 Verformung

🇮🇩 melengkung

🇺🇦 згинання

🇵🇱 zgięcie

🇯🇵 曲げ

🇫🇷 flambage

🇪🇸 pandeo

🇹🇷 bükülme

🇰🇷 휘어짐

🇸🇦 انحناء

🇨🇿 zkroucení

🇸🇰 ohyb

🇨🇳 弯曲

🇸🇮 upogibanje

🇮🇸 beygja

🇰🇿 бұрылу

🇬🇪 მრუდობა

🇦🇿 bükülmə

🇲🇽 flexión

Etymology

The term 'buckling' originates from the Middle English word 'bukelen', which meant 'to bend or curve'. The concept began to take on structural implications during the 19th century as engineering evolved, particularly with the advancement of iron and steel construction techniques. Notably, the study of buckling became prominent among engineers and mathematicians as they sought to understand and predict structural failures. The analysis of buckling was formalized in the literature of structural engineering, with significant contributions from figures such as Leonhard Euler, who formulated critical buckling load equations in the 18th century. Over time, the term has been utilized across various engineering disciplines to describe not just structural failure but any scenario where an object deforms under pressure, making it widely applicable in contexts ranging from civil engineering to materials science.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,700, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.