The Beijing National Indoor Stadium will host Gymnastics, Trampoline and Handball events at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. The stadium was built specifically for the 2008 Olympics.Beijing 2008: 'Fan' unfolds -- the National Indoor Stadium is delivered for use (November 26, 2007)

The National Indoor Stadium covers 80,900 square meters and has seating for 18,000 spectators. The steel roof truss consists of 14 steel beams that weigh a total of 2,800 tons. Nine robots were used to install the roof.Beijing 2008: 'Fan' unfolds -- the National Indoor Stadium is delivered for use (November 26, 2007)

The stadium is covered with a 19,000 square-meter glass curtain. The curtain provides insulation and allows less heat to be transferred through, increasing energy efficiency. Solar panels are used to light the stadium while conserving energy.Beijing 2008: 'Fan' unfolds -- the National Indoor Stadium is delivered for use (November 26, 2007)