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Lack of Formal Trigger for Load-Path Re-analysis

The absence of a formal process to trigger load-path re-analysis when a fabricator proposes a functionally identical change can lead to unnoticed critical issues, as seen in the Hyatt Regency box-beam connection failure. This gap often falls between design and fabrication, making it unclear who is responsible for re-checking calculations. The current process may rely on individual vigilance rather than a systematic approach.

Engineering, Core Engineering, Civil Engineering