Architects Developing Security Measures For New Buildings

Designers of new buildings are employing a variety of security measures to make structures more resistent to terrorist attacks.

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March 13, 2002, 8:00 AM PST

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"Designers of new buildings are thinking of more robust structures in anticipation of possible changes in building codes... building designers are taking measures as simple as locating air intakes near the top of structures, to deter attempts to introduce poisonous gas or biological agents. "

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

FULL STORY: More Attention to Security in Designing Buildings

Sunday, March 10, 2002 in The New York Times

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