Construction Technology

We are living in a new urban age and its most tangible expression is the "supertall": megastructures that are dramatically bigger, higher, and more ambitious than any in history. In Supertall, TED Resident Stefan Al—himself an experienced architect who has worked on some of the largest buildings in the world—reveals the advancements in engineering, design, and data science that have led to this worldwide boom.

How did a simple design error cause one of the great disasters of the 1980s - the collapse of the walkways at the Kansas City Hyatt Regency Hotel? What made the graceful and innovative Tacoma Narrows Bridge twist apart in a mild wind in 1940? How did an oversized waterlily inspire the magnificent Crystal Palace, the crowning achievement of Victorian architecture and engineering? These are some of the failures and successes that Henry Petroski, author of the acclaimed The Pencil, examines in this engaging, wonderfully literate book.

Estimating the cost of a project is critical to your business success. Done correctly, your company is profitable. Done wrong, you lose money. Michael Stone, a successful construction business consultant and trainer, shares his years of experience estimating residential projects in this manual. Estimating isn't difficult when you have a system. The purpose of this book is to help you create that system. It's an approach that helps you estimate without having to think about the process. An orderly approach makes estimating easier and more accurate.

Bridges are engineering marvels! It takes a civil engineer, chief engineer, structural engineer and environmental engineer to build a bridge. There are different kinds that each require a special construction process to build. Learn how different bridges such as beam, suspension and arch bridge types are designed and built, as well as the construction workers needed at specific stages.

Please read before you purchase: As stated in the title this book it is for beginners. If you have been away from TIG Welding and are rusty or are coming in from other methods like MIG, Stick, oxy acetylene this book could also be of benefit. The ideal reader has good aptitude, eye hand coordination, safety conscious, a positive outlook and a can do attitude. This book is written from the perspective of someone who knows the frustrations of learning to TIG weld and how to overcome it. If your mid to expert level at TIG welding then this book IS NOT FOR YOU. There are other books on advanced...

Yo wants to know why the road is being dug up—he sees a lot of machines and empty pipes! With the help of the construction workers, he learns how workers build and repair the water pipeline under the streets and roads where Yo travels—to carry water to all the homes and buildings that need it!

Embark on a journey through the dynamic and demanding world of construction with "Constructing Success," a comprehensive eBook designed to equip readers with the foundational building blocks for excellence in construction management. As the industry experiences rapid evolution, this groundbreaking volume unveils the ins and outs of navigating the multifaceted terrain of modern construction projects. From the concrete foundations to the soaring skyscrapers, "Constructing Success" is your blueprint to understand the multi-layered aspects of construction management. The first chapter lays a ...

⚓ Dive into the Fascinating World of Maritime Engineering and Innovation! ⚓ Embark on a thrilling adventure through the captivating history and groundbreaking innovations of maritime engineering. From the ancient beginnings of Mesopotamian and Egyptian engineering, to the ingenious inventions of the modern world, "Maritime Engineering and Innovation" is your gateway to the technological advancements that shaped human history, cultivated our understanding of the oceans, and transformed the way we voyage across the seas. Unravel the mysteries of the sea and learn about: The powerful ...

Dive into the captivating world of superconductivity with our fresh off the press eBook 'Magnetic Marvels'. Get ready to embark on an intriguing journey that traverses the fascinating, important, and advanced concepts surrounding superconducting magnets. 'Magnetic Marvels' provides you with a comprehensive guide into this rapidly evolving world. The book starts off by introducing you to the basic concepts and terms of superconducting magnets. Feel the thrill as you explore the historical developments in superconductivity and learn about the core components used in these high-tech magnets. ...

Hello explorers! Get ready to dig deep into the world of engineering marvels and architectural wonders on this new adventure. Make sure you bring your hard hat and high-vis jacket, because we’re going to be getting our hands dirty! These audiobooks help children learn about their environment on a journey of discovery with narrators Ben Bailey Smith (a.k.a. Doc Brown, rapper, comedian and writer) Sophie Alred (Dr Who) and Kristin Atherton as Missy.

Carefully leveled text engages young listeners in learning about how construction workers help their community. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.