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Dome with Steel Rings
Adding steel rings will help support the dome -- but it will cost a fortune!

Steel + Iron rings = Caution

Tension rings made of steel act like hoops on a barrel and prevent the arches in a dome from thrusting outward. Unfortunately, it will take many rings and a lot of steel to hold this very tall dome together.

Your can't afford this option on your budget. You must consider a cheaper alternative.


Stick to steel, but try a different design. Try concrete
Stick to steel,
but try a different design
Try concrete

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