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World’s highest skybridges

Posted on October 15, 2020 by

The following list identifies the world’s highest skybridges that connect parts of one or multiple buildings. As new skybridges are constructed the list will be updated from time to time. The minimum height above ground for inclusion on the list … Continue reading →

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China’s clearly spectacular glass suspension bridges

Posted on September 3, 2020 by

Words can hardly describe this magnificent 1,726 foot glass suspension bridge that was recently completed over the Lianjiang River Gorge (part of the Huangchuan Three Gorges) in the Liangzhou District of China. It is world’s longest glass bridge and opened … Continue reading →

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World’s tallest* elevator test towers

Posted on April 14, 2020 by

The following list identifies the tallest elevator test towers in the world by their height (in feet) above ground. As is noted with an asterisk (*), there is also one major elevator testing site that utilizes a former mine beneath … Continue reading →

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Top engineering/design marvels seen to date by state/province

Posted on February 27, 2020 by

Alabama – U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville Alberta – Calgary’s Light Rail System (CTrain) Alaska – Alaska Railroad between Anchorage and Fairbanks Arkansas – Bobby Hopper Tunnel in NW Arkansas Arizona – Glen Canyon Bridge and Dam in … Continue reading →

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A mix of old and new in the Old Pueblo of Tucson

Posted on February 14, 2020 by

  Above and below a photographic sampling of the unique mix of old and new architectural styles you can find in the Old Pueblo of Tucson. Enjoy!    

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Poll about the future of the Boeing 737 Max

Posted on February 6, 2020 by

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States with the most heliports and seaplane bases

Posted on January 8, 2020 by

The following data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics identifies those ten (10) states with the most public and private heliports and seaplane bases in the United States. A separate list is provided for each. One of the more surprising … Continue reading →

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India’s five colorful cities as an urban art form

Posted on December 27, 2019 by

Five cities in India are famous for their mesmerizing colorful images. Depending on the city, natural and/or human-made forces helped create their artistic and elegant appearance upon Earth’s canvas. These lovely cities are presented in alphabetical order. All of them … Continue reading →

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Delights of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Oak Park Home

Posted on November 20, 2018 by

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The Beauty of the Contrasting-Chaotic City Form

Posted on October 3, 2018 by

As urban planners we have a tendency to emphasize the importance and efficiency of the traditional grid street pattern. Compared to the disconnected neighborhoods and subdivisions constructed over the past 75 years, the traditional street grid is far and away … Continue reading →

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