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. ...
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Supertall Octagonal Skyscraper to Adorn Chinese Skyline
German architecture firm, Bulo Ole Scheeren, unveiled its plans for the supertall skyscraper ‘Nanjing Nexus’ in China. Illustrating the fusion of history and tradition with contemporary architecture, Nanjing Nexus will be located in a burgeoning new district near the Yangtze ...
Steinway Tower: World’s Thinnest Skyscraper
Steinway Tower, the world’s skinniest skyscraper, has opened for its first residents in the city of Manhattan. Standing tall at 1,428 feet, Steinway Tower, also known as 111 West 57th Street, is one of the tallest buildings in the western ...
1915 Çanakkale Bridge: World’s Longest Suspension Bridge
The 1915 Canakkale Bridge or Dardanelles Bridge is the world’s longest mid-span road suspension bridge situated in Canakkale in northwestern Turkey. The bridge is 3.7 km long and is built over the Dardanelles Strait in the Canakkale province. The name ...
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 ...
Dig World: Construction-Themed Park Opens in Texas
Almost all of us have fancied operating the huge construction machines we see on the way. But the idea takes a backseat fearing the hard work and the safety hazards associated with it. So, what if construction could be turned ...
Carbon-Sucking Concrete to Fight Climate Change
The construction industry contributes to about 39% of global greenhouse gas emissions, and concrete being an indispensable part of construction, holds an 8% share in it. Concrete is made using cement mixed with an aggregate – a grainy blend of ...
3D Printed Concrete Developed from Recycled Glass
3D printed concrete is a cheaper and faster alternative to conventional construction. With the flexibility it offers in terms of shapes and forms, 3D printed concrete can transform the world of architecture and construction. But one of the major drawbacks ...