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Structural engineering: trefoil and double helix inform Mercedes-Benz museum

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The rebuilding of the Germany based, Mercedes-Benz museum, by UN Studio, an architectural firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, in collaboration with the engineering firm, Werner Sobek Ingenieure, is discussed. The building's trefoil design has been inspired by mathematical models, Mobius strip and the Klein bottle.

Author: Hansen, Brett
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Publication Name: Civil Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0885-7024
Year: 2006
Germany, Engineering Services, Engineering for Plastic, Rubber Prodcts, Engineering firms, Remodeling and renovation, Transportation museums

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Sun, moon, and stars

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The details pertaining to the unique tied-arch design of the Dagu Bridge, on the Hai River in the center of Tianjin, China, created by T.Y. Lin International of San Francisco, are presented. The design employs asymmetrical arches to create visual interest.

Author: Tang, Man-Chung, Ho, Tom
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Publication Name: Civil Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0885-7024
Year: 2006
United States, China, Facilities & equipment, Buildings and facilities, Bridges, Bridges (Structures), Tianjin, China, T.Y. Lin International

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Architect reveals Cultural Center design for World Trade Center site

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The construction details of the new five level, Cultural Center, erected at a site formerly occupied by the World Trade Center in the New York City, are presented. The Cultural Center is being designed by Norway architectural firm, Snohetta.

Author: Fortner, Brian
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Publication Name: Civil Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0885-7024
Year: 2005
Norway, New York, Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries, Cultural Facilities, Arts centers, Arts centres, Snohetta

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Subjects list: Services, Architectural firms, Architectural services, Architectural practice, Design and construction
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