An Examination of the Technological Aspects of Constructing Tall Buildings: A Research Conducted in Hong Kong

Abstract

A plethora of solutions were devised to tackle the problem of Hong Kong's constrained space and resources. Unfortunately, many mishaps occurred due to the misuse of technology. Consequently, the government of Hong Kong establishes a plethora of COPs and rules to control the construction industry. To maintain tight supervision over building projects, the government draughts a plethora of regulations and laws. Detailed drawings, practical notes (PN), and requirements were prepared to guarantee a safe and high-quality job. Due to worker malfeasance and mistakes, a battery of tests was used to ensure high-quality craftsmanship. As an example, the TDR testing was created to guarantee that the soil nail length matches the plan. Three tests—the cube test, the core test, and the hammer test—were devised to evaluate the concrete's quality and craftsmanship. The test for tensile strength was employed to assess the grade of the steel. Both the bleeding test & the flow cone test were used to determine the cement's grade.