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Item specifics
- Condition
- Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
- ISBN
- 9781554077083
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Firefly Books, The Limited
ISBN-10
1554077087
ISBN-13
9781554077083
eBay Product ID (ePID)
109029662
Product Key Features
Book Title
Spotter's Guide to Urban Engineering : Infrastructure and Technology in the Modern Landscape
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2011
Topic
Urban & Land Use Planning, Engineering (General), Structural, Civil / General
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Technology & Engineering, Architecture
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Weight
20.8 Oz
Item Length
6.8 in
Item Width
9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Reviews
This book peels away the layers and provides user a closer look at the technology that enables us to enjoy...modern-day conveniences., For general attention-paying, check out The Spotter's Guide to Urban Engineering, a new book that falls somewhere between the pocket-handy Field Guide to Roadside Technology and the irreplaceable but unwieldy Infrastructure: The Book of Everything for the Industrial Landscape. The Spotter's Guide is sort of the bathroom book that goes between the pocket Field Guide and the encyclopedic Infrastructure. Too big for your pocket yet not overwhelmingly thorough, it's a great place to dip--how do canal locks work? the world's most complicated roundabout? a movable bridge that curls instead of lifting or rotating? It's all here.
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Synopsis
An illustrated field guide to the technology that keeps our cities and towns working. The Spotter's Guide to Urban Engineering is a useful identification tool to the mysteries of how our cities are built and work. Each spread identifies an example of urban engineering and describes what it is, how it works and why it is there. Annotated diagrams explain the technology, and location maps indicate noteworthy real-world examples. Most importantly for spotters, the book gives advice on how to identify these features and tips on where to spot them. The book covers the main areas of engineering infrastructure. Concise descriptions begin with a brief introduction, a timeline tracing that area's development and a synopsis of facts and figures. More than 300 illustrations and a durable flexibound format allow for easy reference in the field. The book covers: Managing raw materials, including mining, agriculture, waterworks and manufacturing Making power, including electricity grids, oil and gas extraction and distribution, and renewable energy Transport, including highways, railways, bridges, tunnels, canals and aviation Communications, including telephone, radio, television, satellites and digital technology Waste, including sewers, industrial and residential waste management, recycling. The Spotter's Guide to Urban Engineering provides lay readers with a fascinating introduction to the technology that underpins modern life. Those contemplating a career in civil engineering will find the book of particular interest.
LC Classification Number
TA148.B37 2011
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- r***e (10)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseWell wrapped in paper for extra secure packing in envelope. As described and excellent shipping time. I would have left a re Jew sooner but I was traveling for a month.
- 0***0 (35)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchasePractically gift wrapped! Prompt delivery
- f***_ (2)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseBeautiful book, looks brand new! Would recommend this seller!