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Skyscrapers: 'Scuse me while I kiss the sky

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Engineering Marvel: Inside the Skyscraper

Exploring the design, safety, and architectural marvels of a famous skyscraper in Atlanta, including anecdotes from a New Year's Eve party and the engineering innovations to counter wind-induced swaying. Discussions on structural reinforcements, tuned mass dampers, and the essential role of rivets in ensuring the stability of tall buildings are highlighted.

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