CLEAN : 162m vertical pier opens in UKs Brighton

CLEAN : 162m vertical pier opens in UKs Brighton

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10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the engineering and technical challenges involved in constructing a tall and slender structure, similar to those faced with the London Eye. It highlights the use of state-of-the-art engineering and architecture to create public enjoyment, drawing inspiration from the West Pier built by Eugenius Birch in 1866. The British Airways I 360 offers a vertical experience, allowing people to gain a new perspective from the air. The video also explains the simple mechanical system that moves the pod up and down using a small diameter rope.

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What are some of the engineering challenges mentioned in the text related to building a high and slender structure?

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What is the significance of the double curved double glazed windows mentioned in the text?

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What role did Eugenius Birch play in the context of the West Pier and its purpose?

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How does the British Airways I 360 relate to the concept of public pleasure as described in the text?

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In what ways does the I 360 invite people to experience the city differently?

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