The Science of a Bridge Collapse |
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| Author:
| Bethea, Nikole Brooks |
| Series title: | 21st Century Skills Library: Disaster Science Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-63137-623-8 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2014 |
| Publisher: | Cherry Lake Publishing
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $28.50USD $32.07 |
Book Description:
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This book discusses the science behind bridge collapses and their effects. The chapters examine historical bridge collapses, explain how bridges are designed and built, and show how scientists and engineers are working to prevent future collapses. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.
This book discusses the science behind bridge collapses and their effects. The chapters examine historical bridge collapses, explain how bridges are designed and built, and show how scientists and engineers are working to prevent future collapses. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.