Understanding Greek and Roman Technology: From Catapult to the Pantheon Season 1 Episode 6 Construction Revolution--Arches and Concrete

TV-PG
December 13, 2013
34 min

Learn how the physics of the arch solves the problem of the tensile weakness of stone. Then see how standard bricks and concrete greatly simplify and reduce the cost of monumental building. These technologies were the key to Rome's construction revolution.

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