The Structures That Defy Gravity

From floating museums that reach into other countries, to breathtaking cantilevered sky gardens and terrifying observation platforms, these structures appear to defy gravity. For more by The B1M subscribe now - ow.ly/GxW7y
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[@jonathanbr7_]

"An architect's dream is an engineer's nightmare" in the form of a video

[@dixonpinfold2582]

Alternate title: "Ever wonder what a cantilever is?"

[@siddharthc.552]

😄 Yeah So True.

[@meehirthedragon2NICEEEEE]

ik

[@RobertDuBois]

I wonder how well these engineers sleep at night.

[@Ethan-rw7ub]

they shivering

[@acruzp]

You'd be surprised. There are ways to make sure that structures won't fail, even to very low likelihoods. Essentially, you can add factors of safety to absolutely everything until your computed probability of failure is as low as you want it to be, and it works, because contrary to popular belief, mankind knows physics pretty well.

[@safe-keeper1042]

In an anti-grav bed that defies the laws of physics.

[@andreybushev3020]

@@acruzp Yes, as we know complexly structures never broke before because we know physics /s

[@Nemoticon]

Very well. They're not subject to guessing and being victim to illusions. They know that some of the funny structures they build are much more likely to remain standing than the building you are currently sitting in, lol. They know how the world around them is constructed, they know the tolerances and limits, YOU do not, lol. Everyone has seen shopping malls that look solid just collapse in on themselves and yet there are ancient bridges that are the original 'gravity defying' structures still stand today. Puts things in context when you think about it properly, doesn't it?!?!?

[@ed1659]

World: structures that defy gravity My town: grocery shop's roof collapsing due to some sandbags

[@rinalds1620]

Latvia yeah?

[@Ozscaro]

more like due to some corrupt asshole who built a whole park on top of it

[@ed1659]

@@rinalds1620 yeah

[@nou4898]

china?

[@invincible6623]

Lol

[@Certago]

So the Grand Canyon platform can hold 120 Americans or 800+ normal people. Interesting fact! Excellent video!

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[@itsvoogle]

American here, we got some folks that are so big i doubt The Grand Canyon Platform could hold even one of them...

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Darth Stanley are you his mom??

[@Certago]

@@darthstanley166 and she would walk like a queen! Let's see how you walk after 120...services...

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Ya... United States shoulda stayed out of WW2. Maybe your ancestors who were saved might of died and saved us the burden.

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One should also point out the soundtracks that are being used in your videos..!!! It's just so soothing and compliments the video so well.

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@Raven Cain _Darude - Sandstorm_

[@MainOffenderKZ]

agreed

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Firebrand bruh

[@NOVAsteamed]

The Montréal Olympic Stadium is absolutely impressive to see in real life. It really is one of the greatest modern building I've seen.

[@Tornnnado]

Yeah it’s pretty cool.

[@felixstg1]

You should mention that the Montreal tower is the most overpriced project anywhere in the world. Surpassing 20times the estimate cost. Great video tho!

[@OCUBOX]

lol, worth it. After looking closely, it's quite ugly actually. So, not worth it...C$1.61B for that? Seriously?

[@klanny22]

OCUBOX It’s hardly even much of a building tbh - 1.6 billion for a tower holding a roof and some offices - I imagine that something much, much bigger or more practical could be built and designed for that cost

[@gabrielgingras814]

OCUBOX I have a "HOLY CRAP" moment every time I come close to it. Surely one of the most impressive structure on the planet.

[@TonboIV]

Perhaps we should say it had one of the most inacurate price estimates instead?

[@SkyForceOne2]

@@klanny22 Yeah. Just because you can, doesnt mean that you should, right!? xD

[@alohasasha]

Love seeing the engineering behind these architectural wonders! It’s like a magician revealing their secrets.

[@AbCd-pk3ug]

More like Engineering wonders not architectural, most of the time its the engineers that get the headaches of architects ideas

[@lootbox289]

Leaning Tower of Pisa: _Am I a joke to you?_

[@TheFroschkind]

If it defied gravity it would probably be the straight tower of Pisa ;)

[@mariomartino3768]

The Leaning Tower of Pisa was never intended to be leaning by its designer. Just as the Titanic was never intended to be underwater by its builder.

[@prisonmike1874]

wasn't it the sand under the tower that shifted and made the tower lean? I know early drawings of the tower where it is straight.

[@Bluepizza1684]

@@prisonmike1874 the soil is more muddy and moist than sandy tbh

[@TIK1MONSTER]

@@prisonmike1874 Differential settlement

[@misterfunnybones]

The stadium in Montreal highlights the collusive corruption of government / olympic construction contracts.

[@oldtimetinfoilhatwearer]

A tale as old as rome

[@ooooneeee]

@@oldtimetinfoilhatwearer Except Roman engineering lasts thousands of years.

[@voidofspaceandtime4684]

@@ooooneeee because they were actually patient, knew how to use their materials, and cared

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I love this channel. I just wish the US would switch over to the metric system for our units of measurement.

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Why did you think it necessary to bring up this canard on this video? They actually quoted distances in meters. You want to use metric? You got your wish, so shut up already. It's a free country and I for one, don't appreciate you trying to force your preferences down other people's throats.

[@robynhills7982]

@@alanrhyason calling it archaic is really stupid because sure it was made using old practices, but it is just a different kind of measurement, that's all. It's not innacurate, or archaic and nonfunctional, its just a different form of measurement. I personally would like the switch but, it really is impractical and would take a while

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I don't really know why we don't change? I believe most Americans know both. I learned the metric system around age ten in a small rural community school, So I can't imagine it not being applied in larger city schools,and this was back in the mid 70's Anyway this channel uses the metric system...so I'm just wondering; is the fact that America still uses the imperial measuring system something that bothers you often? An while you're upset about America not using the metric system; don't forget Liberia,and Myanmar also do not use it. So now you have three reason to be annoyed all the time... Oh Snap! I bet you get aggravated when someone writes out the word of a number instead of just writing the number itself. 🤣

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Arbaaz Patwari the uk still has all of the road signs in imperial, but everyone also knows metric, and that’s what’s taught at school. Using both is not difficult, in only 20-30 years most people have become accustomed to both.

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These videos are always of such good quality that I often find myself checking to see what definition it's playing in. I reckon my mind will finally blow when you make the switch to 4K.

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Love this, so relaxing to watch yet so informative at the same time!

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No one: My KZbin recommendations: structures that defy gravity Me: well well well don't mind if I do

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Spectacular and inspiring videos to young architects ,love and support from Nairobi,Kenya🇰🇪🇰🇪♥️♥️

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[@smokey0111]

What's not known about One Central Park is that the mirrors will calibrate and focus sunlight into a death laser upon any Melbournians in range.

[@lwstallsmith]

Great video! I know it’s secure, but that Grand Canyon observation deck would freak me out.

[@mntbighker]

How many people per year pee themselves? I probably would.

[@pbcarney233]

I’ve done it and it’s creepy

[@RJ_171]

Would be awesome, but definitely freaky, 20m is one hell of a cantilever!

[@Vlad-sj5yw]

Seems like it's over a plateau? Doesn't look that high to what's immediately under it.

[@oldtimetinfoilhatwearer]

@@Vlad-sj5yw something like 160 yards? 175 meters?

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Thank you!! We’re trying to go for quality over quantity 😉

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I live in Sydney and walk past One Central Park all the time and barely glimpse at it because I'm so used to it being there, but this gives me an appreciation that I would have never probably had! I look forward to your videos every week!

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from the architects pencil tip, to the engineering, to the construction. getting it all right is honestly astonishingly impressive

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Fascinating stuctures! Great video as always! 👌

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Wow, thanks so much! ✊

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Im a Civil Engr by Profession and I find all your videos informative and exciting.

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The museum in the mountains is the best. it just floats so seemingly effortlessly. High concept stuff that would give you an A+ in any master thesis

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Once again bravo B1M 👏 My family and I have a huge appreciation for the time and effort in putting together such fantastic .. very enjoyable videos for us to see how sensational the human mind can be to create such engineering wonders! Thank you again! 🙏🏼

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Sad that you don't show MASP in Sao Paolo, it is a true building marvel! A giant box floating in mid air!

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Stunning, thanks B1M 👍

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Great vid! Omg got a heart you inspire me so much

[@davetv4705]

This is a great engineering and architectural breakthrough! Nice video as usual.

[@TheB1M]

Thanks! 👍

[@robertschlesinger1342]

Amazing, interesting, and worthwhile video. These architectural structures are marvels and the future no doubt will bring even more amazing architectural illusions.

[@curiousworld7912]

These are all truly amazing feats of engineering and architectural design and I'm delighted they exist, but I like my feet firmly on the ground. :)

[@SuperAussi3]

Thanks for sharing

[@boyetpamatian4484]

Wow! Amazing structures!

[@citiesskyscrapers4561]

Amazing!

[@Game_Hero]

I remember being at Montreal olympic stadium observatory with my dad, what a view there was! I personally always enjoyed seeing it each time it was in my eyesight.

[@atinoteintunovas9969]

It's totally INCREDIBLE!!! Can not be imagine unless it's seen !!!

[@Monorail-Beyond-the-Veil]

Always interested in gravity-defying or cantilevered anything. :-)

[@powerliftingcentaur]

That inspired awe. Thank you.

[@Frejborg]

I have to say I love the artistic, and curved forms of modern buildings, and towers.

[@JeandrePetzer]

That timmelsjoch pass museum is amazing :O

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Great topic. Your channel is truly a KZbin standout.

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Love your videos. would like to get some more on tunnels though!

[@TheB1M]

Oh, you might be pleasantly surprised in a few weeks time then! :)

[@MotorCityPhoenix313]

Great video as always. Excellent selection of music as well!!

[@TheB1M]

Thank you so much!! 👍

[@wishmaker]

@@TheB1M What music did you use to showcase the CMG Headquarters of China? (really sounded beautiful)

[@aidankronz9522]

I recommend you look at The House on the Rock. It defies all of these structures, and is very impressive. I have walked out on it myself.

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Your voice is so soothing. I could watch your videos all day

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I'd like to see more reviews about technology beyond sky gardens & indoor waterfall

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Quality vid - Great info - As always !!

[@TheB1M]

Thanks!

[@bigtxbullion]

Have seen the cantilevered building in Beijing 3 times over the past decade. It never gets old or comfortable and simply appears like it's going to collapse at any moment. Such a gutsy engineering project!!! The comment about erecting steel members in the morning is of particular brilliance. Good thing I'm not an engineer wouldn't have ever thought of that.

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this channel is like going to therapy or meditating.. we need more!!

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Many thanks for this beautiful presentation 👍👏👏👏

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You’re so welcome. Thanks for watching!! 👍

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As always there is a lot of very useful information in the video

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Beautiful video with lots of information 👍🏻

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Stunning architecture! I would also mention Calatravas Puente del Alamillo in Seville as an example of outstanding bridge construction.

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¡Excellent! Thank you so much, indeed

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Well presented and interesting content. Thanks from Orlando Florida

[@TheB1M]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching from London, UK 🇬🇧

[@holnrew]

I love cantilever structures, these are so cool

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When professional engineer turns professional journalist.... I love this channel

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Those are some magnificent wonders of Engineering

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Very nice...Thank you....

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[@jiachang7989]

I spent some of my early years in Beijing and I remember going past the cmg headquarters while it's under construction every once in a while and seeing the progress. The locals nicknamed something similar to the 'big trousers'. Lol brings back memories... And now I live in Sydney... I go past the one central park building every once in a while too. They are truly amazing structures tho.

[@acsexpress5109]

I attended an event in Montreal which utilized the aging plaza surrounding the stadium and tower over 7 days in August 2017. The imposing tower must've reopened the following year after renovations as it wasn't open at the time. What I can say about it is that it creates a highly visible and distinctive landmark on that side of the island. Depending on one's location, it may be possible to orient oneself in relation to the Montreal Tower, Mount Royal itself, the commercial high-rises and skyscrapers of downtown, or St. Joseph's Oratory, roughly on the opposite side of the mountain from the Olympic Stadium.

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Wow this channel has grown FAST

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You should have done the Guthrie theaters “never ending bridge”. It is two floors and extends 178 Feet out giving great views of the Mississippi River and the city of Minneapolis from its observation deck. It is a must see if you visit the city Minneapolis MN.

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I live in Minnetonka, didn't know this, will take my kids, thanks!

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3:38 Jasper National Park in Canada has that too!

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The Unasur Building located in Quito, Ecuador would have been a nice addition to this video. Keep up the good work 👍

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Simply Marvelous .....👍🔥🌈

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Well-executed flow of information -- smooth as a laminar flow of water!

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Thanks

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I dont know why this is recommended but I love this

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Great video yet again :)

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Nice video. Some nice structure in this same theme: Vlooybergtoren. But last year it was burned down/exploded by some vandals. Now they are making it bigger than before!

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I really want more of these buildings, they are so pretty to have in a city

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Why this only has 545K subscribers is beyond me.

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It’s beyond us too! Tell everyone you know! (fingers crossed you know 455K people)

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The B1M Well for what it’s worth, it certainly isn’t your presentation or content. Keep up with the magnificent work and thank you for educating us!

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One Central park towers are so cool!

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Thanks for the video.

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Love your videos and your voice 🤗

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Thank you!! 🙂

[@RFGfotografie]

The music used is so good.

[@Monorail-Beyond-the-Veil]

Amazing.

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actually I'did subscribed cose your videos really deserves and I really enjoyed 👍

[@WaaDjooNoBoutDa]

Its worth mentioning that the Olympic stadium in Montreal keep collapsing. Idk if we should praise it since it can't even stay up for a decade without having a major incident. Regardless , very nice video !

[@dzello]

The roof is, not the tower.

[@crackerjack9320]

Amazing buildings!

[@dkrsarchitecturestudio7435]

amazing..

[@alexbezdicek]

Very well chosen music guys 😉

[@TheB1M]

Thank you! ...and thanks for watching! ✊️

[@CockatooDude]

I can't wait to see the videos on this channel 50 years from now, imagine the structures we'll be discussing then.

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Fred will be really old by then

[@CockatooDude]

@@TheB1M He'll be old but really good at talking about construction that's for sure.

[@nochyll]

Is there a video out there that goes into detail on exactly how these types of structures are built? Interested in the engineering behind these buildings...

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Timmelsjoch museum is awesome. fantastic design

[@RC1000]

I wanna know what music they use for this viddy its lovely

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Im pretty sure my secondary school geography teacher now shows his students this channel on an almost daily basis.

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You should do a spot on Vancouver House. In Vancouver , BC, Canada. Its quite interesting.