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A tale of two towers: the foundations

Authors :
Canale, Tony D.
Tamaro, George
Kaufman, James L.
Source :
Civil Engineering. June, 2004, Vol. 74 Issue 6, 38-45
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

In preparing two lots in New York City's (US) Times Square as sites for modern skyscrapers, engineers devised foundations that would allow for subway lines, subway stations, and a century-old theater. The way in which foundations were meticulously installed is explained. .

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08857024
Volume :
74
Issue :
6
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Civil Engineering
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.123561203