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Protecting buildings from vibration: learning with a LEGO train


Highfield Campus



Building: 85 | Life Sciences

Room: 2207

Age suitable for:
  • All ages


Accessibility alert:
  • Loud sounds
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Have you ever lived next to a railway line? Or above an underground one? What did you notice about the effect on your home?

Come and explore our LEGO train demo and learn how we can protect buildings from vibration!

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