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10 Strange Structural Engineering Marvels
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Some architects and engineers go big. Others get fancy. And yet others aim squarely for the completely bizarre. These imagination-bending, gravity-defying products may induce more than a few OMGs.
How Tunnels Work
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Constructing a tunnel is one of the most complex challenges in the field of civil engineering. Learn about the basics behind tunnels.
5 Things Lego Blocks Can Teach About Structural Engineering
Playing with Lego blocks isn't just child's play. In fact, these blocks and products present a hands-on opportunity to learn the basics of structural engineering.
How the Bessemer Process Changed the World of Steelmaking
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Uncover the impact of the Bessemer process, which revolutionized steel production and shaped modern society.
The Tuned Mass Damper: How Science Could Earthquake-Proof the Skyscrapers of Tomorrow
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Smart Structures will completely change the way buildings react to earthquakes! See how they will work!
Top 10 Ghost Tours
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Ghost tours give tourists the opportunity to brush shoulders with spirits, or at the least, hear a few good ghost stories. Learn about ghost tours.
What is glass ionomer cement?
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Glass ionomer cement is a kind of cement used in restorative dentistry. Learn what glass ionomer cement is in this article.
How do you build an underwater tunnel?
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Underwater tunnels are so commonplace that we rarely think of the great dangers -- and extreme construction techniques -- these modern wonders require. With the opening of the Marmaray Tunnel in October 2013, it's time to take a second look.
How Some Cities Prepare to Withstand Climate Change
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Rising sea levels, increased flood and extreme heat are all signs of climate change. Cities are trying some innovate strategies to cope with and mitigate these events.
10 Women Who Broke New Ground in Engineering
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One of the most travelled stretches of U.S. highway was designed by a woman who loved mathematics and wasn't interested in being a teacher. Who was she, and where is it?