The weight of an elevator varies based on its design and location, but it generally ranges from 2,100 to 6,000 pounds (about 454 to 2,722 kg). The elevator’s floor dimensions, material, and support structure all plays a role in this figure. Elevators in tiny residential buildings or private dwellings tend to be the smallest and …
An overhead power line and many other public utilities, such as electrical cable, fiber optic cable, and related equipment like transformers and street lights are supported by utility poles. Depending on its use, it may be called a transmission pole, telephone pole, telecommunications pole, power pole, hydro pole, telegraph pole, or telegraph post. What Are …
The Colosseum is a popular tourist destination in Rome, Italy. It is one of the most famous and most recognizable buildings in the world. Built by Emperor Vespasian between 72-78 AD, it was used for public spectacles, such as gladiator contests, animal hunting, staged hunts, executions. Weighing in at an estimation of about 230,000 metric …
The Taj Mahal is one of the most recognizable buildings in the world. It’s also one of the most beautiful, but do you know how much it weighs? The total weight of the Taj Mahal is estimated to be around 80,000 tonnes (or around 87,000 US tons). Now this is only an estimation as it’s …
Did you know that the earliest use of oil rigs was in Azerbaijan in the 19th century? Oil rigs have since developed into “floating cities” where people of all walks of life converge to drill precious oil and related products. Some of the deepest oil rigs dwarf most of the world’s biggest skyscrapers. ‘These marvels …
Big Ben, London’s iconic bell located within the Elizabeth tower, is visited by millions of tourists and United Kingdom residents each year and has been keeping Brits punctual since 1859. There is so much more to know about this elegant structure, and we will discuss a major common misconception about Big Ben, how the bell …
Most people recognize the Empire State Building as one of the most famous attractions in New York City. Between 10,000 and 20,000 individuals visit it every single day, so it makes sense that people would wonder just how it manages to hold up despite the dizzying number of people who visit. How much does the …
Record-breaking buildings are some of the people’s favorite structures to behold – perhaps simply because we are in awe in their presence. But, looks can be deceiving. Just because a building looks big to us, that doesn’t mean it is one of the heaviest in the world. There are massive amounts of material that go …
One of the longest standing mysteries that have amazed many people around the world is the Great Pyramid of Giza. Scientists together with Egyptians have for long been trying to unveil the mysteries surrounding this pyramid. Below are some of the things you should know about the Pyramid of Giza. How much does the Pyramid …