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A multifaceted star

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The design of Petronas Twin Towers in Malaysia was inspired by cultural influences and Islamic traditions. Designers carefully evaluated various plans, including one proposed by Prime Minister Mahathir, before a particular lay out was adopted.

Publisher: Scientific American, Inc.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1997
Evaluation, Design and construction, Skydiving, Architecture, Islamic, Islamic architecture

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Bridging the sky

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Designers of the Petronas Twin Towers encountered difficulties in installing a skybridge that will connect the building's two sky lobby levels. Lifting the middle section of the skybridge alone was accomplished in a span of three days.

Publisher: Scientific American, Inc.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1997
Methods, Bridge construction

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Subjects list: Malaysia, Buildings and facilities
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