An Account Of The Construction Of The Britannia And Conway Tubular Bridges

An Account Of The Construction Of The Britannia And Conway Tubular Bridges With A Complete History Of Their Progress From The Conception Of The Original Idea, To The Conclusion Of The Elaborate Experiments Which Determined The Exact Form And Mode Of

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An Account of the Construction of the Britannia and Conway Tubular Bridges is a detailed look at the construction of two of the most important engineering feats of the 19th century. Written by Sir William Fairbairn, a leading civil engineer of the day, this book provides an in-depth examination of every aspect of the construction process, from the initial designs to the final testing. With its detailed research and clear illustrations, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of engineering and the development of modern infrastructure.

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Book information

ISBN: 9781021828606
Publisher: Creative Media Partners, LLC
Imprint: Legare Street Press
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 312
Weight: 440g
Height: 234mm
Width: 156mm
Spine width: 17mm