Fazlur Rahman Khan

Fazlur Rahman Khan was a pioneering structural engineer and architect known for transforming skyscraper design. He developed innovative techniques, like the "tube" structure, which made tall buildings more stable and efficient by enabling them to withstand wind and seismic forces better. His masterpieces include the Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower) and John Hancock Center in Chicago. Khan’s work revolutionized high-rise construction, allowing for taller, safer, and more economical buildings, and he is regarded as one of the most influential figures in modern architecture and structural engineering.