A Comprehensive Evaluation of Progressive Collapse Analysis: Insights on Research and Regulations Through a Systematic Review

This study summarizes the concern of progressive collapse in buildings, which refers to the failure of a building’s structural components when a critical element is lost. The paper highlights a historical overview of this phenomenon and examines the causes and current state of research in the field. This review also discusses various design strategies for preventing progressive collapse, including redundancy, alternate load paths, and ductility, and emphasizes the crucial role of regulations in ensuring building safety. This study suggests areas for further research and recommendations for improving regulations to address the issue of progressive collapse and promote building safety.