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A fire in the cathedral, a nation left heartbroken
Apr 18, 2019
It survived the French Revolution and two world wars. The landmark is part of Paris’ soul, embodying the city’s history and partially shaping its identity through its religious and architectural significance. The Notre Dame de Paris, a jewel in the French crown, and a marvel of civil engineering, has suffered extensive damage due to fire.The stunning monument has stood for[…] -
Britam Tower in Kenya awarded best in mechanical and electrical engineering
Apr 16, 2019
Taking a high-rise structure from concept to completion is no easy task — structural and geotechnical engineers usually face an array of design-related challenges. From vulnerability, to seismic activity, to understanding the risks of underlying soils, designing a tall building is a feat within itself.However, engineers in Kenya can rejoice as The Britam Tower in Nairobi has been named as[…] -
Reducing carbon emissions with electric aircraft
Apr 15, 2019
Scientists believe if we’re going to combat climate change, we need to electrify all forms of transport. In fact, according to the International Civil Aviation Organization, the demand for air travel by 2050 could increase aviation sector greenhouse gases by 700 per cent compared to emissions in 2005.As it stands, aviation is responsible for two percent of the world’s carbon[…] -
Are flying cars the future of sustainable transport?
Apr 15, 2019
Flying cars could be the key to lowering carbon emissions through sustainable transport in the future, according to a new study.The University of Michigan has found while flying cars — which are technically called electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, or VTOLs — are not justifiable for short trips, they have a niche role in sustainable transport for trips further[…]
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