Project Applications

China Pavilion Oriental Crown in Shanghai Expo

Location

Shanghai, China

Owner

Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination

General Contractor

Shanghai Mechanized Construction Cooperation

Architect

South China University of Technology

Engineering Consultant

South China University of Technology

Construction Period

2007 - 2010

Type of Project

Exhibition Hall

Size of Structure

70m Height

Main features used in this application Linear static analysis with finite elements Linear dynamic analysis with response spectrum

Description on this project

The China Pavilion is the flagship of the Shanghai Expo pavilions. With 70m tall, it is three times the height of other countries' pavilions and is designed as a permanent structure for Shanghai. The form of the building is based on the traditional Chinese dougong or wooden crossbeam but on a massive scale.

 

 
 
 

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Project Contact South China University of Technology
  • Address

    Room 1224, Building 1, Wushan Campus 381 Wushan Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou 510641, China

  • Introduction

    SCUT is widely recognized as one of the most creative and influential universities in China. Their reputation comes from the University's historical commitment to innovative courses, cross-disciplinary teaching and research, and flexible and high responses to society needs.

  • Website

    en.scut.edu.cn

  • Email

    scuta10@scut.edu.cn