Since 2021, aggregated from related topics
Mechanical instabilities refer to the sudden or gradual failure of a mechanical system due to changes in its material properties, design, or external conditions. These instabilities can manifest in various forms such as buckling, wrinkling, or collapse, and can occur in a wide range of systems including structures, materials, and devices. Researchers in this area study the factors that contribute to mechanical instabilities, develop models to predict and analyze them, and work on strategies to prevent or control them in order to improve the safety and performance of mechanical systems.