How do engineers demolish a skyscraper?

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First, the building is stripped as much as possible,

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How It Works Magazine

06 June, 2024

Homebuilding & Renovating

British homebuilders under investigation for collusion

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events. By Jennifer Grimble

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Improve your boat’s performance

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Careful where you tread

There is a type of landmine that springs into the air before detonating, high enough for the deadly arc of shrapnel to reach the vital organs. The idea isn’t new—Germany produced almost two million “B

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Rubber up

THE HOWL OF a British V12, the growl of an American V8. Even up here the dominant soundtracks that accompany the Le Mans 24 Hours are all too distinct as miniature Aston Martin Valkyries and Cadillac

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What are the physics involved in bungee jumping?

Amazing answers to your curious questions