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The explosive art of demolition
Demolition days and the deconstruction of construction
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The demolition of a building is often carried out using a controlled explosion to implode the property. This way the structure collapses on itself in a matter of seconds, minimizing the physical damage to its immediate surroundings. It's a method of destruction that's been used for decades to bring down condemned high-rises, bridges, hotels, power plants, stadiums, and even prisons. And the sight of a building blasted to the ground in a heap of dust and debris can be quite dramatic. So, just how visually impressive is the explosive art of demolition?
Click through, because what goes up sometimes has to come down!
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