parking barge for automobiles was patented in the United States. Its angular sides are designed to protect against driving wind, rain, and debris. Education and research In October 2009, the National Building Museum opened an exhibition solely devoted to the study of 'parking garages' and their impact on the built environment. This exhibition, titled House of Cars: Innovation and the Parking Garage, was on view until 11 July 2010. Additional information on the design and building of parking structures can be found in "Parking Structures: planning, design, construction, maintenance, and repair" This resource is on its third edition, written by prominent staff of Walker Parking Consultants, a preeminent Parking Structure designer in the US. See also Autostadt Auto Stacker Automated parking system Automatic parking Automatic vehicle location Car parking system Car condo Parking guidance and information Trinity Square, Gateshead References External links "Robotic Parking Garage: No Tip Necessary " Garages (parking) Structural system Parking Indoor positioning system