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Top-Down Construction: Skyscraper Building
This chapter explores the construction process of skyscrapers, focusing on the method of top-down construction. It discusses the structural principles and advantages of this approach, highlighting examples like the tower in Detroit called Exchange. The chapter also mentions the use of hydraulic lift systems and the potential future of top-down construction in tight urban sites.