History of Structural Engineering Study Group
About us
The History Study Group was set up to discuss historical aspects of structural engineering, particularly in relation to the evolution of present day engineering methods, to learn from history to solve today’s problems and to understand old construction methods and materials.
Membership is open to all who are interested in the history of construction, not just structural engineers. The group meets regularly at the Institution of Structural Engineers' headquarters in London. Inspired by the interests of the group, the Institution set up an annual history lecture - the James Sutherland history lecture - which is held every year in February.
Forthcoming meetings
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The meetings session will start again in September 2012
Topics covered:
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The Royal Festival Hall
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Henry Bessemer
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St Pancras One
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The brick engineering of Moenjodaro
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Wrought iron rediscovered
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The re-erection of a c.1912 steel airship hangar
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The Roman London water mechanisms
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Interesting timber beams in eighteenth century floors
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John Nash and Regency structural innovation
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The saga of the half-timbered skyscraper
Previous study group meetings and events:
If you are interested in joining the History Study Group, please contact:
Lawrance Hurst BSc(Eng) CEng FIStructE FICE
Hurst Peirce & Malcolm
Celtic House
33 John's Mews
London
WC1N 2QL
020 7242 3593
020 7405 5274
lhurst@hurstpm.co.uk