Engineering Marvels: How Were These 3 Massive Super Structures built? | Super Structures | Progress

00:00 Kansai International Airport

Located on an artificial island in the middle of Osaka Bay, Kansai International Airport is not only one of the busiest airports in Japan, but also a true engineering marvel. The construction of this airport presented many challenges, from building what was at the time the worlds largest artificial island, to designing the airport to withstand earthquakes and typhoons common in the area.

52:00 London Underground

Come aboard as we take a deep dive into the history and construction London's iconic underground railway system. This video explores the challenges and innovations that engineers and workers faced while building one of the world's oldest and most extensive subway systems.

01:42:00 NORAD Cheyenne Mountain Complex

Learn about the challenges faced and overcome during the construction of this underground fortress, and discover the cutting-edge technology that enables it to function as a command center for the North American Aerospace Defense Command. From the initial excavation to the final touches, this is the story of how one of the most secure military instillation in the world was built.


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