This structure experiences only compression, with no shear, and is therefore an inverted catenary curve.
This structure experiences only compression, with no shear, and is therefore an inverted catenary curve. It is made from a series of tapering equilateral triangles, and visitors can ride a sloping tram system to its top. This largest building in the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial was designed by Eero Saarinen ("AIR-oh SAHR-in-en"). For 10 points, name this large curved structure located in St. Louis, Missouri.
This structure experiences only compression, with no shear, and is therefore an inverted catenary curve.
The {Gateway Arch} [prompt on {St. Louis Arch} or equivalents before “St. Louis”]