structural breakdown
[/ˈstrʌk.tʃər.əl ˈbreɪk.daʊn/]
nounpl: structural breakdowns
colapso estrutural
1. The failure or deterioration of a physical structure's integrity, stability, or basic framework
The building suffered a structural breakdown after the earthquake, requiring immediate demolition.
O edifício sofreu um colapso estrutural após o terremoto, exigindo demolição imediata.
2. A detailed analysis that separates a complex system into its component parts or elements
The engineer provided a structural breakdown of the project timeline and budget.
O engenheiro forneceu uma análise estruturada do cronograma e orçamento do projeto.
3. A complete failure or disintegration of an established system, organization, or social order
The company experienced a structural breakdown in management following the scandal.
A empresa sofreu uma desintegração estrutural da gestão após o escândalo.
In Brazil, 'colapso estrutural' is frequently used in construction, engineering, and urban development discussions. The term gained significance in urban contexts due to infrastructure challenges. In the USA, the term is commonly used in engineering reports, environmental assessments, and organizational management literature. In both cultures, it can refer metaphorically to failures in social, political, or organizational systems.
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