Brunelleschi’s dome - Researchers uncover the construction secrets of Italian Renaissance domes

Moden engineering still has lessons to be learnt from studying the master of structural engineers from the Italian renaissance, a prime example being Brunelleschis’s dome part of Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore. The physics behind how this dome stands-up is not grounds for debate, however, how Brunelleschi was able to construct his dome without temporary supports has been up of debate for 100’s of years. If Brunelleschi dome was to be constructed today it would push the bounds on modern construction techniques. Research to unlock the construction secrets behind the Italian Renaissance domes was undertaken in collaboration with Princeton University and the University of Bergamo, and they uncovered to uncover the engineering and construction techniques behind the self-supporting construction of masonry domes from the Italian Renaissance, finally unlocking the secrets behind the construction of Brunelleschi’s dome. This also gives us great insight into the masters of structural engineering from the Italian Renaissance. Link to the Research Brunelleschi’s dome forms part of the Cathedral of Santa Marie del Fiore in Florence, and Brunelleschi’s Cupola is one of the larges masonry duomos in the world. Filippo Brunelleschi was truly a Master engineer/architect, and he is now recognized as the first modern engineer. Shell structures have been used by structural engineers for thousands of years with the oldest shell structure dating back to 3000BC. Whether they be a modern-day structure or a Cupola constructed during the Italian Renaissance they are always are a marvel. Let’s find out what we can learn from studying Filippo Brunelleschi master peace the Duomo di Firenze. #Brunelleschi’sDome #Brunelleschi What to watch next Basic behind Post-Tensioned Concrete The best structural Design Software 2020 day in the life of a structural engineer 💡💡💡 My name is Brendan and I am a structural engineer with over 15 years of experience based in Australia. I have a wide variety of projects from very small to some of the biggest in the southern hemisphere. I have a passion for good structural design and teaching/mentoring. This channel is to share my passion for engineering and provide entertaining short clips on: - tips for young engineers on progressing their careers - anyone needing a refresher on any design element - design approaches - Review past engineering failures to improve structural knowledge 💡💡💡 📧LinkedIn Profile: 👍Support the channel on Patreon: 🔴🔴🔴 Disclaimer: Some of the below links are affiliate links as an Amazon Assoicate and other affiliate programs I’ll earn a small commission from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. 🔴🔴🔴 📚Recommended Books for engineering Communication Try Audible Premium Plus for free up to 2 free books Concrete Structures Warner Steel Designers’ Handbook Soft is the new Hard Also on Audible How to Win Friends & Influence People Also on Audible Never Split the Difference: Also on Audible The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Also on Audible 🎥home office MX Master 3 Logitech K580 White Samsung 32 Curved Philips 32 4k Zbook Dock Zbook 🎥Gear and Video Editing Rode VideoMic Pro Microphone Neewer 660 LED Video Light Neewer 480 RGB Led Light camera Samsung S20 🎥Video Editing AMD Ryzen 9 3900X MSI Meg X570 RTX 2080 Super Gaming windforce Samsung 970 PRO 1TB Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1TB Fractal Design Define 7 🎥SEO tool Tubebuddy