The World from PRX

engineering

A lab worker removes crane hoist from a load of rebar used to construct full-scale buildings and bridge spans that are then pushed to the limit in field tests.
Infrastructure
This ‘earthquake lab’ is designing buildings to withstand natural disasters
The Shard stands 95 stories tall in the heart of London on the banks of the River Thames.
Culture
New book explains the secrets behind famous skyscrapers, other structures
Mexico City
Environment
When disaster hits home: The Mexico City quake one month on
Business, Economics and Jobs
After six years and billions of dollars, the Panama Canal expansion may grind to a halt
Environment
Japan’s earthquake-resistant buildings
Smart Bridges
iCub Humanoid Robot Just Like a Baby
Egyleaks
Motor Show Visits Motor City
Benign Design for the Environment
Cool Fix for a Hot Planet
Wireless Science
Arts, Culture & Media
Do-It-Yourself Fireworks (Safely)
Business, Economics and Jobs
Crumbling infrastructure
Global Politics
Busy waterway
Environment
Mark Cutkosky