Extreme structures : mega-construction of the 21st century /

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by Jefferis, David.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Science frontiers. Published by : Crabtree Pub. Co., (New York :) Physical details: 32 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm. Subject(s): Structural engineering. | Buildings. Year : 2006 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Includes index.

Examines the ways people's ideas about architecture and engineering are changing, discussing such topics as "eco" structures, luxury and leisure structures, skyscrapers, high-tech domes, the world's biggest and longest bridges, tunnels, and air-, sea-, and spaceports.