| Author(s): |
Mark Sheldon
Brian Dean |
|---|---|
| Medium: | journal article |
| Language(s): | English |
| Published in: | Structural Engineering International, February 2002, n. 1, v. 12 |
| Page(s): | 4-7 |
| DOI: | 10.2749/101686602777965720 |
| Abstract: |
Colonial Stadium is a landmark structure unlike any other sports stadium in the world. Opened in March 2000, and built at a cost of around USD 230 million, this multi-purpose venue can accommodate 52 000 spectators. It features a versatile seating system, whereby 12 500 seats can be rolled forward on 115 m long trussed frames. However, it is the moving roof which crowns this magnificent engineering achievement. Covering the 160 m by 100 m opening are two panels, each weighting approximately 1200 t which can fully enclose the pitch in around 8 minutes. |
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