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“The fundamental idea of these pylons, or great archways, is based on a method of construction peculiar to me, of which the principle consists in giving to the edges of the pyramid a curve of such a nature that this pyramid shall be capable of resisting the force of the wind without necessitating the junction of the edges by diagonals as is usually done.”

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Gustave Eiffel
Gustave Eiffel

Gustave Eiffel was a renowned French civil engineer, best known for designing and constructing the Eiffel Tower. Born on December 15, 1832, and passing away on December 27, 1923, Eiffel had extensive experience in bridge and railway engineering. His design philosophy and techniques had a profound impact on modern architecture and engineering. more

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