Wind load impact on tall building facades: damage observations during severe wind events and wind tunnel testing
As global urbanization accelerates, the construction of tall buildings has surged, becoming a defining feature of modern cityscapes. Tall buildings, while contributing to economic growth and urban development, face substantial risks from extreme wind events, such as hurricanes and downbursts. This s...
Main Authors: | Omar Metwally, Haitham A. Ibrahim, Amal Elawady, Ioannis Zisis, Arindam Gan Chowdhury |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2025-02-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Built Environment |
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Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fbuil.2024.1514523/full |
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