Structures

Clifton Suspension Bridge - still an icon of ambition after 150 years

Brunel's Bristol masterpiece continues to reinforce the economic and social value of infrastructure to society, says Prof Colin Taylor.

8 years 9 months ago
John O' Groats is reborn in multi colour

Scotland’s in the news politically but what about the architecture? Take a look at John O' Groats. Neil McAllister of GLM explains.

9 years 4 days ago
Earthquakes and tall buildings – let’s move with the times

Engineers need to shift to performance based seismic design for tall buildings so people are safe but structures remain viable after an event, says Arup’s Rob Smith.

9 years 2 weeks ago
When sensors make sense

Structural monitoring sensors can be valueless or priceless. The key says Dr Phil Catton is knowing when and how to use them.

9 years 2 weeks ago
Bridging the gap in Rwanda

You'll need half an hour but here's a lovely film of some young engineers working with the local community in Rwanda to build a bridge.

9 years 1 month ago
Our design: AECOM and the Serpentine Pavilion 2014

It’s summer so time to take in the new Hyde Park Serpentine Pavilion design. AECOM’s Tom Webster explains the thinking. Photos and video.

9 years 2 months ago

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