Design, Construction, and Failure Aspects of World Trade Center Towers

Abstract

Due to the advent of innovative construction materials and technology, many high-rise buildings are being erected worldwide. These structures are advantageous from the point of view of low plinth area requirement, high occupancy, housing, communication and control towers, and aesthetic view. High-rise structures have also become attractive tourist places these days and in fact, they symbolize how developed is the city and the whole country. They have also become the real pride of a nation.