Why structural engineering requires more than just safety and durability
In short: In this tour of historic and contemporary spans, structural engineer Ian Firth argues that bridges must transcend mere utility to become symbols of human creativity and identity.
While the fundamental requirements of a bridge are functionality, safety, and durability, Ian Firth explores how these essential structures can also be elegant and beautiful. The video examines how spectacular designs do more than connect two points; they reveal our connectivity and hint at our shared identity.
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