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Tall structures which have large areas of glass and light partitions have created a new range of problems because of their exposure to damage in a high wind, particularly when it comes in gusts, which set up vibrations. Falling sheets of ice have also become another danger. The author of this paper, who is professor of Engineering Science and Mechanics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, in the United States, discusses the problem in the light of studies undertaken in America, Australia, Europe and Japan.
Tall structures which have large areas of glass and light partitions have created a new range of problems because of their exposure to damage in a high wind, particularly when it comes in gusts, which set up vibrations. Falling sheets of ice have also become another danger. The author of this paper, who is professor of Engineering Science and Mechanics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, in the United States, discusses the problem in the light of studies undertaken in America, Australia, Europe and Japan.
Winds of change hit modern tall buildings
Maher, F. J. (author)
Building Research & Information ; 2 ; 82-88
1974-03-01
7 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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