David Blockley
Structural Engineering: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780199671939
- author:
- David Blockley
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 152
- Dimensions:
- 17 x 1.3 x 11.2 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, Engineering & Technology, Civil Engineering
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Structural engineering is about creating functional objects from individual parts. From the smallest atoms to the vastness of the universe, natural structures exist in all forms.
This subject encompasses a wide range of industries, including construction, transport, manufacturing, and aerospace. The book explores structural engineering through various examples, such as iconic buildings like the Shard and bridges like the Golden Gate Bridge, as well as large-scale machines like jumbo jets and cruise liners.
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