Crashtestides
Crashtestides are a fictional concept appearing in speculative fiction, often used to describe a hypothetical technological or societal phenomenon. The term itself suggests a catastrophic failure or a period of intense, destructive testing. In narratives, crashtestides can manifest in various ways, from the breakdown of advanced artificial intelligence systems to the collapse of global infrastructure due to unforeseen consequences of rapid technological advancement. The "crash test" aspect implies that these events are not entirely unexpected but rather the result of pushing boundaries too far, or inadequately anticipating the risks involved in development.
The implications of a crashtestide within a fictional universe often serve as a cautionary tale about the