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Reaching for the Sky

2004
An attracive and informative introduction to skyscrapers. What are they? Why and how are they built? We will explain how some of the important engineering problems are solved: how to ensure that they do not topple over under strong winds and earthquakes? How can elevators go up such great heights?

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Team

Victoria


Belinda


Angeline


Tiffany


Age Range

15 & under

Coaches

Stephen Chan


Jimmy Wong


Category

Arts & Entertainment > Architecture

Science & Technology > Technology > Construction & Structures

Audience

Ages 12 and up

Language

English

Site Features

Science / Lab Experiment

Quiz

Photo Gallery