Progression of the Skyscraper

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Progression of the Skyscraper

Skyscrapers Inquiry Unit

Learn about the progression of the skyscraper from the late 1800s to today and how the invention of new materials and engineering designs forever changed skylines. Skyscrapers are not only iconic imag…

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Edison’s Complete System

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Edison’s Complete System

Electric Lighting Inquiry Unit

A key aspect of Edison's success comes from his foresight to create a research laboratory. He is the first inventor to develop such a lab for inventive work. Funding from the Edison Electric Light Com…

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Supertall Skyscrapers – A Historical View

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Supertall Skyscrapers – A Historical View

Skyscrapers Inquiry Unit

From the Empire State Building in New York City to the Kingdom Tower in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Josh Vogel of the Skyscraper Museum in New York City takes us on a journey of supertall skyscrapers. Part …

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