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Engineering Skyscrapers: From Materials to Modern Marvels

Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

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Explore the engineering marvels behind skyscrapers in this 55-minute lecture by structural engineer Roma Agrawal MBE. Delve into the history of materials like concrete and steel that enabled immense construction, and learn about key visionary engineers who revolutionized the field. Discover how new technologies and materials are pushing the boundaries of how high we can build. Examine notable projects, including The Shard, and gain insights into the challenges of constructing tall buildings in various environments. From ancient techniques to modern innovations, uncover the hidden stories behind our structures and the future of urban skylines.

Syllabus

Introduction
Romas background
Romas projects
What are we doing
Concrete
Steel
Gun
Mexico City
Metropolitan Cathedral
Friction
Vitruvius
The Gherkin
Elisha Otis
Conclusion
Robotics and Drones


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The Royal Institution

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