FEATURES
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By Kevin Damron, PE, Adam DeMargel, John Michael Johnson, and Brad Robson, PE
Environmental constraints prompted mid-project design changes to a new steel bridge in Kentucky.
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By Paul Constantini, SE, PE, Greg Martin, PE, and Mary Stanzione, PE
Installing a larger video board at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park required extensive research on the existing support structure before any construction began.
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By Chris Adams, PE, Isabela Gonzalez, PE, Richard Haight, and Thomas Lutza
A balcony extension and frame conversion were the greatest challenges in remodeling Denver International Airport’s Great Hall.
Conference Preview
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By James Pawlikowski, SE
Hybrid structural systems can create a striking visual, but only if a meticulous and layered design process is done well.
Conference Preview
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By Tim Duke
Through the nonconformance and corrective action process, an effective quality management system can acknowledge, address, and correct internal missteps as easily as outside ones.
Conference Preview
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COLUMNS
SteelWise
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By Bo Dowswell, PE, PhD
Beam stability in industrial structures requires careful consideration of unique conditions during the design process.
Field Notes
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Interview by Geoff Weisenberger
Rob Connor has helped make Purdue University a leader in steel bridge research.
Business Issues
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By Erin Conaway, PE
Four engineers concur that non-technical acumen was crucial in their rise to leadership positions.