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British Columbia expands the use of mass timber in buildings proposing changes to the building code
- Dec, 11, 2023
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- Canada
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British Columbia is set to expand the use of mass timber in construction, proposing changes to the building code and aiming to facilitate the construction of tall buildings and foster resilient commu...
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The surge in infrastructure projects causes a 50% increase in concrete costs
- Nov, 12, 2023
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- Australia
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Victoria's infrastructure pipeline, valued at $78.5 billion, has led to a significant increase in demand for concrete, resulting in higher prices for commercial builders. The substantial increase in...
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Alapere Estate, Lagos: truck collapses a pedestrian bridge
- Dec, 08, 2023
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- Nigeria, Ikeja
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A truck collided with a pedestrian bridge in Alapere Estate, Ketu, Lagos, in the early hours of Friday, resulting in the bridge's collapse. The incident, which happened around midnight, was initially...
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The most significant principles of sustainable architecture
- Dec, 01, 2023
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Over time, sustainable architecture has assumed various names and forms. The definition of sustainable architecture is broad, encompassing structures constructed entirely from recycled materials to t...
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Safety improvements are required for thousands of aging bridges in Japan
- Dec, 05, 2023
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- Japan
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Approximately 32% of Japan's 41,395 aging bridges are identified to require safety improvements. However, these crucial measures remain pending, according to government data. The Ministry of Land, In...
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A magnitude 7.6 earthquake hits Philippines triggering tsunami alerts
- Dec, 02, 2023
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- Philippines
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A strong earthquake that hit the southern Philippines has resulted in at least one fatality, prompting the evacuation of thousands since tsunami warnings were later rescinded. The magnitude 7.6 quake...
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A 3d-printed house to withstand strong earthquakes was built in 26 hours
- Oct, 25, 2023
- Earthquake Engineering Seismic Effects Damage (Structural) Structural Optimization Sustainable Development Other Structural Concrete Structures News On Projects / Industry News On Products & Services Other News News On Natural Disasters/phenomena
- Guatemala
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A team in Guatemala used 3D printing technology to construct an earthquake-proof house within a remarkable timeframe of 26 hours. This project aimed to create a structure designed to withstand earthq...
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India’s longest sea bridge to open on December 25
- Nov, 21, 2023
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- India
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The Maharashtra BJP released a video on Monday claiming that the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), India's longest sea bridge, would be accessible to the public on December 25. The Mumbai Metropolita...
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A newly inaugurated skyscraper is now Japan's tallest building
- Nov, 24, 2023
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- Japan
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A newly inaugurated skyscraper, standing at a height of 330m, is Tokyo's latest landmark. The Mori JP tower, having 64 floors designated for shops, offices, and residences, now holds the distinction...
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Historic building collapse due to wind loading
- Nov, 20, 2023
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- United States, California , Riverside
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A historic building collapsed due to wind loading in Riverside on Monday afternoon. Debris resulting from the collapse caused the closure of traffic in Riverside. Although the building, located at 29...
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