Engineers File Note 8 Needham Research Institute Cambridge

Publication Year

1988

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Current

Abstract

The institute is striking both for the Oriental flavour which it exudes and for the high quality of workmanship evident. Structurally, there is no “leading edge” masonry technology involved, rather, the structure is a fine example of exploiting the potential of traditional masonry construction. One brick thick cross walls are used for stability, sound insulation and carry the library floor while higher strength inner leaf brickwork was used to support the roof.

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