degradation failure
Technical term in computing and engineering for a failure caused by gradual deterioration of components or materials.
This system is prone to degradation failures, so regular inspection is necessary.
Refers to aging-related deterioration in general, while 劣化故障 specifically denotes a failure resulting from such deterioration.
A general term for any malfunction or breakdown; 劣化故障 is a specific type caused by degradation.
Compound of 劣化 (degradation) and 故障 (failure).