Wall of Wind Simulates Cat-5 Hurricane [Video]

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Florida International University has unveiled a 12-fan Wall of Wind, which is capable of simulating Category 5 hurricane winds up to 157 miles per hour. There is 700 horsepower behind each six-foot tall fan.  The structure was created to better understand wind power during a major hurricane and help create buildings that can withstand the devastation.

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