Aufi Tower, Police radio tower in Aufhausen, Geislingen an der Steige, Germany
Description
The Aufi Tower is a concrete transmission tower in Aufhausen near Geislingen an der Steige that serves police radio and telecommunications purposes. The structure rises to about 132 meters in height and impresses with its slender form, measuring only about 6 meters in diameter.
History
The tower was built in 1965 and served police communications and broadcasting from the start. During the 1960s and 1970s it became the subject of static measurements for engineering research.
Culture
The tower represents the industrial development of Baden-Württemberg region, integrating modern communication infrastructure with traditional architectural methods.
Practical
The tower can be viewed from the outside and offers a distinctive landmark with its recognizable form in the landscape. Interior access is not possible since the facility operates as a technical installation not open to visitors.
Did you know?
The structure is counted among the world's slimmest steel and concrete towers, notable for its ratio of height to diameter. This exceptional design made it a subject of interest for engineering and construction research.
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