Inflatable domes revolutionize construction

气胀穹顶革新了建筑领域。

Round Table China

2025-07-08

26 分钟
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Surprise! Giant balloons are popping up across Chinese cities—but this isn't a circus. Step inside, and you'll find a fully operational construction site! These massive air domes trap dust and muffle noise, revolutionizing urban building. On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushun
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  • Surprise!

  • Gigantic balloons are popping up in the most unexpected... corners of Chinese cities.

  • Peek inside, and no, it's not a circus.

  • It's a fully operational construction site.

  • These massive air domes are designed to keep the dust and noise of construction under wraps.

  • Let's step inside and find out what really holds air.

  • Coming to you live from Beijing, this is Roundtable.

  • I'm He Yang.

  • For today's program, I'm joined by Steve Hatherley and Yu Shun in the studio.

  • First on today's show.

  • Giant balloons, some as big as a football field, are popping up across Chinese cities.

  • But don't be fooled by their playful look.

  • These aren't party decorations.

  • These are high-tech, air-supported membrane buildings.

  • covering construction sites.

  • These inflatable domes help block dust, reduce noise,

  • and shield nearby communities from the mess and chaos of usual construction.

  • Some sports arenas are also using them.

  • Imagine playing football or basketball inside a ginormous balloon, rain and shine.

  • Let's start with the basics.