Property owners usually notice problems once visible soil loss, collapsing edges, or unstable access points appear.

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Dome homes are built to withstand extreme weather — ideal for areas prone to natural disasters. Dome homeowners said the structures' energy efficiency saves them money on energy bills. Domes also ...

MIT engineers have designed a sustainable, modular structure that could dissipate more than 95% of incoming wave energy while providing space for fish to live. In tropical waters, coral reefs shelter ...