ARET 2220 Brown

A blog about my personal research project, investigating the theories of aerodynamics and its application to tall structures in architectural design.

Thursday, 14 February 2013

London's Gherkin


The Swiss Re Center, or 'Gherkin', in downtown London is a famous example of aerodynamics being applied to building design.

http://www.architectvictoria.com/2011/09/16/gherkin-in-london-awarded-top-architectural-prize/

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Journal Articles

  • Dynamic Wind Effects
  • Wind Loading on Tall Buildings
  • Wind Pressures on Tall Buildings
  • Simulation of Air Flow Around Buildings in NYC
  • Wind Structure Interaction of a Skyscraper
  • Helicoidal Skyscraper Geometry
  • Structural Developments in Tall Buildings
  • Burj Khalifa
  • Aerodynamic Loads on Tall Buildings
  • Role of Aerodynamic Modifications
  • Aerodynamic Modification to Building Shape

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      • My Proposal
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