In an era when sustainability has become an important benchmark for forward-thinking buildings, it’s inspiring to see how far architecture and design have come in the pursuit of creating a more eco-friendly approach to construction. From Amsterdam to Tokyo, the ...
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Top 5 Most Impressive Buildings
Have you ever seen a building that made you stop and stare in awe? From modern marvels of engineering to ancient masterpieces of art, the world is full of impressive buildings. This article will take a closer look at the ...
What are Floodwalls?
Floodwalls are flood-control concrete structures designed to block water from rising and seeping into buildings and other structures. These flood barriers help to contain water from lakes, rivers, or other waterways if they rise to abnormal levels. Floodwalls are usually ...
13 Types of Domes in Architecture
A dome is an architectural element that is curved in shape and forms the top half of a sphere. Domes do not need any internal support and can cover a great area while using very little quantity of material. Domes ...
Sky Bridge 721: World’s Longest Suspension Bridge
The world’s longest suspension bridge, called Sky Bridge 721, opened in the Czech Republic on 13 May 2022. The 721 m-long bridge will provide spectacular views of the cloud-shredded Jeseniky mountains as well as an exciting experience for its visitors. ...
Asphaltic Plug Joints for Bridges: Material Requirement, Construction, and Testing
Asphaltic plug joint (APJ) is a type of bridge expansion joint that is a simple general-purpose expansion device for bridges having a total motion of less than 50 mm (2 in). These joints are used in joint expansion sealing on ...
Design and Construction of Submerged Floating Tunnel
A submerged floating tunnel (SFT), also called Archimedes bridge or suspended tunnel, is a tunnel that floats in the water supported by its buoyancy (specifically, by employing the hydrostatic thrust, or Archimedes’ principle). Structural Components of Submerged Floating Tunnel A ...
Hypertunnel’s Breakthrough Technique in Tunneling
A Basingstoke-based startup called Hypertunnel has developed a revolutionary approach to tunneling including tunnel construction, enlargement, repair and maintenance of tunnels and underground structures. The company’s co-founders, Jeremy Hammond and Steve Jordanhe showcased a new, cost-effective, safer and environment-friendly system ...