Author: Various
16 January 2001
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The Structural Engineer, Volume 79, Issue 2, 2001, Page(s) 12-13
T. Beckett discusses the pier and impact protection system created for access to the London Eye and how the visual design was developed to match the architectural style of the Eye.
While the London Eye steel structure dominates the skyline, its foundations are buried below ground, giving visitors no impression of the engineering challenges faced during construction. This paper gives a description of the foundation design and addresses some of the key site issues encountered.
P. Desflammes and A.P. Mann discuss the London Eye's iconic passenger-carrying capsules and how the views of London were maximised through their design.