Eiffel Tower / Skytree
Eiffel Tower / Skytree
(OP)
Blasphemy probably, but I can't get the thought out of my head that the Eiffel Tower (or should I say a close relative of it) could have been constructed more cost-effectively with a tripod rather than the existing quadruped (quadrupod?) base. Compare https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokyo_Skytree
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
John R. Baker, P.E. (ret)
EX-Product 'Evangelist'
Irvine, CA
Siemens PLM:
UG/NX Museum:
The secret of life is not finding someone to live with
It's finding someone you can't live without
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
Tokyo is in a seismic zone, so any comparison is really possible.
TTFN (ta ta for now)
I can do absolutely anything. I'm an expert! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKorP55Aqvg
FAQ731-376: Eng-Tips.com Forum Policies forum1529: Translation Assistance for Engineers Entire Forum list http://www.eng-tips.com/forumlist.cfm
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
I strongly suggest that any and every engineer who has an opportunity to visit Paris to make time to see the Eiffel tower and walk up (or easier: down) the stairs the WHOLE WAY. Give yourself the whole day if you need it and make sure your camera battery is fully charged.
www.sparweb.ca
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
I have never been to Paris, not sure if I will make it.
But what is the netting for (top and top left)? Safety nets?
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
It was late in the afternoon when I walked through, so all the workers had gone home. Except this painter, who didn't seem to be in a hurry to leave.
www.sparweb.ca
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
Considering the steels and design tools that he had he did amazing stuff.
His office is still at the top of the tower.
He helped finance the project, in return he got the money from the tickets for admission. Needless to say he made a fortune.
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
P.E. Metallurgy, consulting work welcomed
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
www.sparweb.ca
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
September 2004 (Minolta DiMAGE 7Hi)
September 2004 (Minolta DiMAGE 7Hi)
September 2004 (Minolta DiMAGE 7Hi)
September 2004 (Minolta DiMAGE 7Hi)
John R. Baker, P.E. (ret)
EX-Product 'Evangelist'
Irvine, CA
Siemens PLM:
UG/NX Museum:
The secret of life is not finding someone to live with
It's finding someone you can't live without
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
luis
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maria_Pia_Bridge#/me...
RE: Eiffel Tower / Skytree
luis
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dom_Lu%C3%ADs_I_Brid...