Kansai Airport Is Sinking In Osaka bay | Race Against Time In Japan

Описание: Kansai Airport Is Sinking In Osaka bay | Race Against Time In Japan

Have you ever heard of a floating airport? In this video, I will show you one of the most amazing engineering marvels in the world: the Kansai International Airport in Japan. This airport is built on two artificial islands in the middle of Osaka Bay, and serves as a hub for many airlines. But there is a problem: the airport is sinking!

The Kansai Airport was constructed in 1994 to relieve the congestion at the nearby Osaka Itami Airport. The airport cost $20 billion to build, and required millions of tons of soil and sand to create the islands. The airport was designed to withstand earthquakes, typhoons, and tsunamis, but it was not prepared for the natural phenomenon of subsidence: the gradual sinking of land due to the compression of soil.

Since its opening, the airport has sunk 38 feet, and some experts predict that it may sink another 13 feet by 2056. This poses a serious threat to the airport's safety and operations, as it may cause flooding, damage to the runway and buildings, and increased maintenance costs. The airport authorities have tried to raise the seawall, pump out water, and reinforce the foundation, but these measures have not been enough to stop the sinking.

Why is the airport sinking so fast? How can it be saved? What are the implications for the future of aviation and engineering? These are some of the questions that I will explore in this video, using the latest news and research sources. I will also show you some stunning footage and images of the airport, and share some interesting facts and stories about its history and culture.


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