Viewpoint: The Baltimore bridge collapse: a vital lesson for structural engineers
Colin C. Caprani
Abstract
The tragedy of the Francis Scott Key Bridge highlights the need for structural engineers to ensure that the risks inherent in our built infrastructure remain acceptable, argues Colin Caprani.
Topics & Concepts
Bridge (graph theory)EngineeringForensic engineeringArchitectural engineeringMedicineInternal medicineStructural Response to Dynamic LoadsStructural Engineering and Vibration AnalysisConstruction Engineering and Safety