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Structural Engineering

Sometimes civil engineers are asked to design and construct unusual structures which spring from the architects or client's imaginations.

Eden Project in Cornwall

"The world's biggest greenhouse in Cornwall is pushing construction technology to new limits."

The Greenhouse Effect: 18/05/2000 issue of the New Civil Engineer

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Environmental engineering and ventilation systems within the biomes was done using computer modelling.

Environmental Controls: 18/05/2000 issue of the New Civil Engineer

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Eden Project - 2004

The massive human figure below was built inside the Millennium Dome in England. It has a steel endoskeleton which supports a skin of glass fibre reinforced cement.

Millennium Body Takes Shape: November 1999 issue of the Civil Engineer International

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Dome of the Reichstag in Berlin, Germany

"Sydney's stadium for the 2000 Olympics sets structural standards for the new millennium."

"Photovoltaic cells on and around the stadium contribute to the energy load. Rainwater from he roof is collected and used for sanitation. The design makes use of controlled natural ventilation so there is less need for air conditioning.

photo courtesy of Shelley Lissel

Stadium Australia, Sydney: 21/10/1999 issue of the New Civil Engineer