Some Engineering Problems Of The Panama Canal In Their Relation To Geology And Topography (1915)

von Donald Francis Macdonald

128 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Some Engineering Problems Of The Panama Canal In Their Relation To Geology And Topography is a book written by Donald Francis MacDonald in 1915. The book explores the various engineering challenges that were faced during the construction of the Panama Canal and how they were related to the geology and topography of the region. MacDonald provides a detailed analysis of the geological conditions of the area, including the types of rocks, soils, and other materials that were encountered during the construction process. He also discusses the various techniques and technologies that were used to overcome these challenges, such as dredging, blasting, and excavation. The book is an important historical document that provides a detailed account of one of the most significant engineering projects of the early 20th century. It is a valuable resource for engineers, geologists, and historians interested in the history of engineering and the development of infrastructure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Technologie, Ingenieurswissenschaft, Landwirtschaft, Industrieprozesse Landwirtschaft
• ISBN: 9781104306519
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 13.04.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC