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Timber structure built by pre-sapiens carpenters was discovered by researchers
- Oct, 03, 2023
- Structural Design Wood Structures Performance-Based Design Structural Behavior Structural Stability Other Structural
- Zambia
- Authored by: TheCivilEngineer.org
The world's oldest known timber structure was excavated at Kalambo Falls in Zambia. Archaeologists found this structure, which was constructed by humans prior to the emergence of Homo sapiens as a di...
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Croatia requires a workforce of 30,000 people to meet its 2030 energy efficiency targets in the building sector
- Oct, 02, 2023
- Sustainable Development Structural Design Performance-Based Design Other Structural
- Croatia
- Authored by: TheCivilEngineer.org
According to the Croatia Green Building Council, Croatia will require approximately 30,000 employees per year in order to achieve its 2030 energy efficiency goals in the building sector. More specifi...
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World’s largest 3D printed campus is constructed in India
- Sep, 28, 2023
- Structural Design Performance-Based Design Other Structural Sustainable Development
- India
- Authored by: TheCivilEngineer.org
As reported by ETGovernment.com in India, Lieutenant General Rajeev Chaudhry, the Director General of Border Roads, recently inspected the construction of the Himank Air Dispatch Unit, slated to beco...
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59 new structural engineering software added to DCOdes
- Sep, 22, 2023
- Structural Design Structural Analysis Other Structural
- Authored by: TheCivilEngineer.org
You can explore the full structural engineering software and script list here.
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World’s tallest tower in Jeddah: 14 firms in running to complete the project
- Sep, 15, 2023
- Structural Design Structural Systems Structural Stability Standards And Design Codes Other Structural
- Saudi Arabia
- Authored by: TheCivilEngineer.org
The Jeddah Economic Company (JEC), which is tasked with the construction of the one-kilometer Jeddah Tower, has recommenced its efforts and has proposed potential contractors for the project. JEC is...
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Less concrete in building design with the aid of AI
- Sep, 13, 2023
- Concrete Structures Structural Optimization Structural Design Performance-Based Design Other Structural
- United States
- Authored by: TheCivilEngineer.org
Concrete is one of the most widely used construction materials worldwide. The concrete industry contributes significantly to carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, accounting for an estimated 8% of the worl...
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Plymouth: A £50m skyscraper is planned to be the city's tallest building
- Aug, 25, 2023
- Structural Design Performance-Based Design Sustainable Development Other Structural
- United Kingdom
- Authored by: TheCivilEngineer.org
Developers started working on plans for the Shepherds Wharf tower, a £50m skyscraper that will be constructed on Plymouth's waterfront. The tower, standing at a height of 30 stories, is going to beco...
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Japan’s tallest building is scheduled to open on November 24th
- Aug, 18, 2023
- Structural Design Structural Systems Structural Behavior Other Structural Sustainable Development Standards And Design Codes
- Japan
- Authored by: TheCivilEngineer.org
Scheduled to open on November 24th, the tallest building in Japan, the Mori JP Tower, is set to grace the heart of Tokyo. Developed by Mori Building Co., this tower reaches a height of approximately...
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The tallest structure in Indiana: 1,132 feet tall
- Jul, 21, 2023
- Structural Design Performance-Based Design Other Structural
- United States
- Authored by: TheCivilEngineer.org
Cities and nations have engaged in a competitive race, vying to outdo one another by constructing massive structures, e.g. towers and skyscrapers, due to the industrial revolution. A prominent exampl...
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Newcastle's tallest building: plans submitted
- Jul, 14, 2023
- Structural Design Performance-Based Design Other Structural
- United Kingdom
- Authored by: TheCivilEngineer.org
Plans have been submitted for Newcastle's tallest building, despite the fact that it exceeds the maximum allowable height. The main structure would surpass the height of Hadrian's Tower, standing at...
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