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Building the Great Pyramid

The recent robotic explorations of the ‘air-shafts’ in the Great Pyramid have demonstrated that there are still many mysteries surrounding the ancient monument. Ian Shaw discusses the debate around the building of the great structure and investigates the methods used in its construction.

Oresund Bridge – Megastructures

Stretching a staggering 8-kilometres, the Oresund Bridge changed the face of Scandinavia when it opened in 2000, carrying both road and rail traffic from Copenhagen in Denmark to Malmo in Sweden. Follow the progress of the project, focusing on the challenges that the designers, engineers, and construction teams face.

Shanghai World Financial Center – Extreme Engineering

This mixed use skyscraper which consists of office spaces, hotel rooms, conference rooms, observation decks and shops on the ground floors. The hotel component will open with 175 rooms and suites in mid-2008 as the Park Hyatt Shanghai.
On September 14, 2007, it became the tallest structure in China, including Hong Kong, as well as the world’s third [...]

Rio-Antirrio Bridge – Megastructures

The combination of challenges is amazing: strong earthquakes, deep waters, fast currents and weak sea beds. It is the longest cable-stayed suspension bridge in the world, and has the largest bridge foundations.

Building the Burj Dubai – Big, Bigger, Biggest

When completed, the Burj Dubai will be the world’s tallest skyscraper. But how is it possible? What technology wil allow 35,000 people in a single building?

Building Hong Kong’s Airport – Extreme Engineering

Great video showing how the artificial island that became the airport was built, and also how the airport was connected to the city using huge bridges and tunnels.

Stonecutters Bridge – Discovery Channel

World’s longest cable-stayed bridge spans over Hong Kong’s crowded harbour.

Dubai – Impossible City

The best documentary ever made about Dubai and its incredible constructions. All aspects of the new constructions are discussed. From the palm islands, to burj dubai, the floating bridge, Burj Al Arab and the metro construction.
On our blog:
http://www.edibek.com/2007/03/13/dubai/

Engineering Thrills – Discovery Channel

Great documentary from Discovery Channel about roller-coasters and engineering. Features some of the best rollercoasters in the world, Niagara falls and expert advice.

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Dubai – Impossible City

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Featured Videos

Building the Great Pyramid

Oresund Bridge – Megastructures

Shanghai World Financial Center – Extreme Engineering

Rio-Antirrio Bridge – Megastructures

Building the Burj Dubai – Big, Bigger, Biggest

Building Hong Kong’s Airport – Extreme Engineering

Stonecutters Bridge – Discovery Channel

Dubai – Impossible City

Engineering Thrills – Discovery Channel