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To Engineer Is Human

The Role of Failure in Successful Design

de Henry Petroski ...

Narrado por Matthew Boston ...

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8 hora 34 minutos

How did a simple design error cause one of the great disasters of the 1980s—the collapse of the walkways at the Kansas City Hyatt Regency Hotel? What made the graceful and innovative Tacoma Narrows Bridge twist apart in a mild wind in 1940? How did an oversized waterlily inspire the magnificent Crystal Palace, the crowning achievement of Victorian architecture and engineering? These are some of ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

How did a simple design error cause one of the great disasters of the 1980s—the collapse of the walkways at the Kansas City Hyatt Regency Hotel? What made the graceful and innovative Tacoma Narrows Bridge twist apart in a mild wind in 1940? How did an oversized waterlily inspire the magnificent Crystal Palace, the crowning achievement of Victorian architecture and engineering? These are some of
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The Woman on the Bridge

de Holly Seddon ...

Narrado por Olivia Dowd ...

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10 hora 43 minutos

'Strangers On A Train meets The Pact in this high concept thriller: daring, dramatic and totally original, I loved it.' Gillian McAllisterHow far would you go to save a perfect stranger?Maggie is trapped. Dumped on her wedding day, rejected by her family and hounded by a man determined to make her suffer.Charlotte is desperate. Double-crossed by her only friend and facing total ruin, she wi... ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

'Strangers On A Train meets The Pact in this high concept thriller: daring, dramatic and totally original, I loved it.' Gillian McAllisterHow far would you go to save a perfect stranger?Maggie is trapped. Dumped on her wedding day, rejected by her family and hounded by a man determined to make her suffer.Charlotte is desperate. Double-crossed by her only friend and facing total ruin, she wi...
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New York's Secret Subway

The Underground Genius of Alfred Beach and the Origins of Mass Transit

de Matthew Algeo ...

Narrado por Rudy Sanda ...

Completo

7 hora 58 minutos

In the nineteenth century, Manhattan's streets were so choked with pedestrians, horses, vehicles, and vendors that a trip from City Hall to Central Park could take hours. Alfred Beach had the perfect solution: build a giant pneumatic tube underneath Broadway from the Battery to Harlem. Air pressure would shoot passengers up and down the island in clean, quiet carriages. But Beach was up against ... Leer más

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In the nineteenth century, Manhattan's streets were so choked with pedestrians, horses, vehicles, and vendors that a trip from City Hall to Central Park could take hours. Alfred Beach had the perfect solution: build a giant pneumatic tube underneath Broadway from the Battery to Harlem. Air pressure would shoot passengers up and down the island in clean, quiet carriages. But Beach was up against
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George and Robert Stephenson

de Samuel Smiles ...

Narrado por John Roland ...

Completo

12 hora 8 minutos

George Stephenson, known as "Father of the Railways" is considered as a genius in steam locomotive engineering. George and his son Robert worked very closely together and it is often difficult to separate their works. They both made remarkable contributions to development of railway. ... Leer más

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George Stephenson, known as "Father of the Railways" is considered as a genius in steam locomotive engineering. George and his son Robert worked very closely together and it is often difficult to separate their works. They both made remarkable contributions to development of railway.
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Built to Fail: The Tacoma Narrows Bridge Disaster

Why Engineers Shouldn't Design for Wind by Guessing

de Rick Stupart ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Madison G ...

Completo

9 hora 14 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.They called it "Galloping Gertie." Four months later, it was gone.On November 7, 1940, the Tacoma Narrows Bridge twisted itself to death in a moderate wind—and changed engineering forever.This wasn't an act of God. It was an act of arrogance.Built to Fail reveals how a "prettier" design, ignored warnings, and mathematical shortcuts created one of ... Leer más

$25.00 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.They called it "Galloping Gertie." Four months later, it was gone.On November 7, 1940, the Tacoma Narrows Bridge twisted itself to death in a moderate wind—and changed engineering forever.This wasn't an act of God. It was an act of arrogance.Built to Fail reveals how a "prettier" design, ignored warnings, and mathematical shortcuts created one of
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How Car Engines Work

A Comprehensive Guide

de Richard Man ...

Narrado por Tom Brooks ...

Completo

1 horas 15 minutos

How Car Engines Work: A Comprehensive GuideNarrated for car enthusiasts, DIYers, and curious minds alikeEver wondered what really happens under the hood of your car? Whether you’re a seasoned mechanic, an aspiring automotive technician, or simply curious about the machines that power our daily lives, this audiobook is your ultimate guide to the inner workings of car engines.In How Car Engines Work ... Leer más

$7.99 USD

How Car Engines Work: A Comprehensive GuideNarrated for car enthusiasts, DIYers, and curious minds alikeEver wondered what really happens under the hood of your car? Whether you’re a seasoned mechanic, an aspiring automotive technician, or simply curious about the machines that power our daily lives, this audiobook is your ultimate guide to the inner workings of car engines.In How Car Engines Work
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Brief History of the Bridge, A: How Humanity Learned to Span the Impossible

de Lewis Hartmann ...

Narrado por Lewis Hartmann ...

Completo

1 horas 51 minutos

Experience the history of global engineering and human triumph as daring builders conquered impossible physical divides. Perfect for an awe-inspiring commute, this narrative history transforms the structures we cross every day into profound testaments of our shared ambition. Listen as society evolves from stepping over tiny streams to vaulting raging oceans.Delve into a dramatic journey of ... Leer más

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Experience the history of global engineering and human triumph as daring builders conquered impossible physical divides. Perfect for an awe-inspiring commute, this narrative history transforms the structures we cross every day into profound testaments of our shared ambition. Listen as society evolves from stepping over tiny streams to vaulting raging oceans.Delve into a dramatic journey of
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The Transcontinental Railroad: Iron Spine Of A Nation

de Ellis Gaines ...

Narrado por Martin Sherrill ...

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3 hora 22 minutos

In the 1800s, the United States stretched from ocean to ocean in theory, but distance still ruled the continent. California might as well have been another country, separated from the East by months of wagon trails, disease-ridden shortcuts, dangerous seas, and mountain walls that mocked every speech about national unity.The transcontinental railroad began as a dream of speed, commerce, and ... Leer más

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In the 1800s, the United States stretched from ocean to ocean in theory, but distance still ruled the continent. California might as well have been another country, separated from the East by months of wagon trails, disease-ridden shortcuts, dangerous seas, and mountain walls that mocked every speech about national unity.The transcontinental railroad began as a dream of speed, commerce, and
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Oil And Gas Drilling Guide

de HowExpert, Miguel Ferraz ...

Narrado por Tom Jaramillo ...

Completo

1 horas 5 minutos

If you want to learn about oil drilling as a beginner, then check out this book!How to drill an oil and gas well from A to Z, or in a shorter form from one to seven.The first step is to determine what type of rock we will be drilling. The second step is to refine this preliminary well configuration by determining the exact dimensions required of casing strings. Afterwards, the third stage is to ... Leer más

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If you want to learn about oil drilling as a beginner, then check out this book!How to drill an oil and gas well from A to Z, or in a shorter form from one to seven.The first step is to determine what type of rock we will be drilling. The second step is to refine this preliminary well configuration by determining the exact dimensions required of casing strings. Afterwards, the third stage is to
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Katrina

A History, 1915-2015

de Andy Horowitz ...

Narrado por George Newbern ...

Completo

8 hora 22 minutos

Hurricane Katrina made landfall in New Orleans on August 29, 2005, but the decisions that caused the disaster extend across the twentieth century. After the city weathered a major hurricane in 1915, its Sewerage and Water Board believed that developers could safely build housing away from the high ground near the Mississippi. And so New Orleans grew in lowlands that relied on significant ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

Hurricane Katrina made landfall in New Orleans on August 29, 2005, but the decisions that caused the disaster extend across the twentieth century. After the city weathered a major hurricane in 1915, its Sewerage and Water Board believed that developers could safely build housing away from the high ground near the Mississippi. And so New Orleans grew in lowlands that relied on significant
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Bridge, The: The Daring Feats of Engineering That United a Divided World

de Adrian Kovacs ...

Narrado por Adrian Kovacs ...

Completo

1 horas 55 minutos

Experience the gripping engineering history of how visionary builders conquered deadly natural divides. Perfect for your daily commute, this awe-inspiring journey reveals the hidden political rivalries, financial gambles, and fierce labor struggles behind iconic superstructures. Feel the high-stakes tension of construction dramas where a single miscalculation could mean total disaster.Whether you ... Leer más

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Experience the gripping engineering history of how visionary builders conquered deadly natural divides. Perfect for your daily commute, this awe-inspiring journey reveals the hidden political rivalries, financial gambles, and fierce labor struggles behind iconic superstructures. Feel the high-stakes tension of construction dramas where a single miscalculation could mean total disaster.Whether you
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Inglés para Camioneros

Aprende el inglés necesario para inspecciones DOT y Weigh Stations

de Academia de Inglés para Camioneros AIC ...

Narrado por Salvador Marini ...

Completo

3 hora 18 minutos

Inglés para Camioneros es una guía práctica diseñada para conductores de camiones que necesitan comunicarse en inglés con mayor seguridad y desenvolverse mejor durante su trabajo en Estados Unidos.A través de explicaciones claras, vocabulario esencial y situaciones reales, aprenderás el inglés necesario para comunicarte durante inspecciones DOT, visitar weigh stations, hablar con oficiales, ... Leer más

$14.39 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Inglés para Camioneros es una guía práctica diseñada para conductores de camiones que necesitan comunicarse en inglés con mayor seguridad y desenvolverse mejor durante su trabajo en Estados Unidos.A través de explicaciones claras, vocabulario esencial y situaciones reales, aprenderás el inglés necesario para comunicarte durante inspecciones DOT, visitar weigh stations, hablar con oficiales,
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F1 Insider

Notes from the Pit Lane – Highly commended at the Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Awards

de Ted Kravitz ...

Narrado por Ted Kravitz ...

Completo

9 hora 21 minutos

'A fascinating and unique insight from one of F1's most formidable reporters.'Toto WolffFrom Australia and Italy to China and the U.S., Ted Kravitz - hailed as an 'icon' and 'one of the most high-profile voices in Formula 1' - is the fans' eyes and ears in the pit lane, followed by millions of devoted viewers eager to discover what happens behind the scenes. His iconic Ted's Notebook series is ... Leer más

$31.99 USD

'A fascinating and unique insight from one of F1's most formidable reporters.'Toto WolffFrom Australia and Italy to China and the U.S., Ted Kravitz - hailed as an 'icon' and 'one of the most high-profile voices in Formula 1' - is the fans' eyes and ears in the pit lane, followed by millions of devoted viewers eager to discover what happens behind the scenes. His iconic Ted's Notebook series is
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The Flood Prevention Handbook

How to Protect Your Home & Family When Waters Rise

de Ryan Lee Price ...

Narrado por Chris Sorensen ...

Completo

7 hora 13 minutos

Keep your peace of mind by learning proven safety methods to help you prepare your home, evaluate damage, and recover after a flood.In a world where extreme weather events are increasingly unpredictable, being ready for natural disasters is a necessity for every homeowner. The Flood Prevention Handbook is a comprehensive guide that covers each phase of flood safety, so that you can know exactly ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

Keep your peace of mind by learning proven safety methods to help you prepare your home, evaluate damage, and recover after a flood.In a world where extreme weather events are increasingly unpredictable, being ready for natural disasters is a necessity for every homeowner. The Flood Prevention Handbook is a comprehensive guide that covers each phase of flood safety, so that you can know exactly
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Die Geschichte des Autos

Von der ersten Motorfahrt bis zum selbstfahrenden Auto

de Jakob Wagner ...

Narrado por Alexander (AI) ...

Completo

1 horas 27 minutos

Steig ein und schnalle dich an für eine emotionale und cineastische Zeitreise durch 140 Jahre Automobilgeschichte. Dieses Werk ist weit mehr als nur ein technischer Rückblick, es ist ein echtes Autogeschichte spannendes Hörbuch, das dir zeigt, wie eine einzige Erfindung unsere Welt für immer verändert hat.Alles begann mit dem legendären Benz Patent Motorwagen, der den Grundstein für die Geschichte ... Leer más

$11.99 USD

Steig ein und schnalle dich an für eine emotionale und cineastische Zeitreise durch 140 Jahre Automobilgeschichte. Dieses Werk ist weit mehr als nur ein technischer Rückblick, es ist ein echtes Autogeschichte spannendes Hörbuch, das dir zeigt, wie eine einzige Erfindung unsere Welt für immer verändert hat.Alles begann mit dem legendären Benz Patent Motorwagen, der den Grundstein für die Geschichte
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Железнодорожный транспорт. Первые локомотивы и современные поезда

de Александр Прасол ...

Narrado por Максим Полтавский ...

Series series Фактология
Completo

4 hora 32 minutos

Железнодорожный транспорт – это не просто средство передвижения, а целая эпоха, олицетворяющая собой развитие цивилизации и технологий. Благодаря этой книге вы познакомитесь с интересной историей железных дорог, без которых современный мир уже невозможно представить ... Leer más

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Железнодорожный транспорт – это не просто средство передвижения, а целая эпоха, олицетворяющая собой развитие цивилизации и технологий. Благодаря этой книге вы познакомитесь с интересной историей железных дорог, без которых современный мир уже невозможно представить
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Merging Motion: The Science of Seamless Transportation

de Gavin T. Railton ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Martin G ...

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4 hora 27 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Merging Motion: The Science of Seamless Transportation is a deep dive into the future of mobility, where technology, infrastructure, and human behavior converge to create an integrated transportation system. As cities become more crowded and the demand for efficient travel grows, the need for seamless multimodal transportation has never been greater. ... Leer más

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Merging Motion: The Science of Seamless Transportation is a deep dive into the future of mobility, where technology, infrastructure, and human behavior converge to create an integrated transportation system. As cities become more crowded and the demand for efficient travel grows, the need for seamless multimodal transportation has never been greater.
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The Highway Code

Narrado por Matthew Waterson, Matthew Waterson ...

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3 hora 17 minutos

The Highway Code is an essential reading for every road user in England, Scotland and Wales. This Code applies to all road users including drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists and horse riders. It is aimed at ensuring road safety. Many of the rules of the Code are legal requirements and road users that do not comply may be fined, given points on driving licence, disqualified, or in ... Leer más

$14.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The Highway Code is an essential reading for every road user in England, Scotland and Wales. This Code applies to all road users including drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists and horse riders. It is aimed at ensuring road safety. Many of the rules of the Code are legal requirements and road users that do not comply may be fined, given points on driving licence, disqualified, or in
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The Race Underground

Boston, New York, and the Incredible Rivalry That Built America's First Subway

de Doug Most ...

Narrado por John H. Mayer ...

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15 hora 26 minutos

In the late nineteenth century, as cities like Boston and New York grew larger, the streets became increasingly clogged with horse-drawn carts. When the great blizzard of 1888 brought New York City to a halt, a solution had to be found. Two brothers—Henry Melville Whitney of Boston and William Collins Whitney of New York City—pursued the dream of his city being the first American metropolis to ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

In the late nineteenth century, as cities like Boston and New York grew larger, the streets became increasingly clogged with horse-drawn carts. When the great blizzard of 1888 brought New York City to a halt, a solution had to be found. Two brothers—Henry Melville Whitney of Boston and William Collins Whitney of New York City—pursued the dream of his city being the first American metropolis to
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Pneumatic Conveying

de Ernest George Phillips ...

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2 hora 9 minutos

Discover the Ingenious World of Pneumatic Conveying with Ernest George PhillipsEmbark on a fascinating exploration of pneumatic conveying, a groundbreaking technology that revolutionized material handling, with Ernest George Phillips' comprehensive guide. In 'Pneumatic Conveying,' Phillips unveils the inner workings of this innovative process, offering readers a deep understanding of its ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Discover the Ingenious World of Pneumatic Conveying with Ernest George PhillipsEmbark on a fascinating exploration of pneumatic conveying, a groundbreaking technology that revolutionized material handling, with Ernest George Phillips' comprehensive guide. In 'Pneumatic Conveying,' Phillips unveils the inner workings of this innovative process, offering readers a deep understanding of its
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Crossings

How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet

de Ben Goldfarb ...

Narrado por Malcolm Hillgartner ...

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11 hora 52 minutos

Some 40 million miles of roadways encircle the earth, yet we tend to regard them only as infrastructure for human convenience. While roads are so ubiquitous they're practically invisible to us, wild animals experience them as entirely alien forces of death and disruption. In Crossings, environmental journalist Ben Goldfarb travels throughout the United States and around the world to investigate ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

Some 40 million miles of roadways encircle the earth, yet we tend to regard them only as infrastructure for human convenience. While roads are so ubiquitous they're practically invisible to us, wild animals experience them as entirely alien forces of death and disruption. In Crossings, environmental journalist Ben Goldfarb travels throughout the United States and around the world to investigate
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Autofahren ohne Stress: Mehr Gelassenheit im Stau und Berufsverkehr

Das Erfolgsprogramm für entspanntes Autofahren

de Patrick Lynen ...

Narrado por Patrick Lynen ...

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2 hora 27 minutos

Viele von uns verbringen eintausend und mehr Stunden pro Jahr in ihrem Auto. Wenn dann noch ein Stau hinzu kommt, empfinden wir Stress. Wir werden hektisch, grollend oder wütend. Keine angenehmen Gefühle – und ungesund sind sie auch. Finden Sie mit diesem Hörbuch zu mehr innerer Gelassenheit. Was wie eine große Herausforderung klingt, ist in Wahrheit gar nicht so schwer. Patrick Lynen hilft Ihnen ... Leer más

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Viele von uns verbringen eintausend und mehr Stunden pro Jahr in ihrem Auto. Wenn dann noch ein Stau hinzu kommt, empfinden wir Stress. Wir werden hektisch, grollend oder wütend. Keine angenehmen Gefühle – und ungesund sind sie auch. Finden Sie mit diesem Hörbuch zu mehr innerer Gelassenheit. Was wie eine große Herausforderung klingt, ist in Wahrheit gar nicht so schwer. Patrick Lynen hilft Ihnen
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Killed by a Traffic Engineer

Shattering the Delusion that Science Underlies Our Transportation System

de Wes Marshall ...

Narrado por Stephen R. Thorne ...

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15 hora 2 minutos

In the US we are nearing four million road deaths since we began counting them in 1899. The numbers are getting worse, yet we continue to accept these deaths as part of doing business. There has been no examination of why we engineer roads that are literally killing us.In Killed by a Traffic Engineer, civil engineering professor Wes Marshall shines a spotlight on how little science there is behind ... Leer más

$25.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

In the US we are nearing four million road deaths since we began counting them in 1899. The numbers are getting worse, yet we continue to accept these deaths as part of doing business. There has been no examination of why we engineer roads that are literally killing us.In Killed by a Traffic Engineer, civil engineering professor Wes Marshall shines a spotlight on how little science there is behind
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Growth and Decay of Coral Reefs

Fifty Years of Learning

de Peter J. Vine ...

Narrado por Chris Sorensen ...

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4 hora 25 minutos

Growth and Decay of Coral Reefs: Fifty Years of Learning describes how coral reefs have alternately flourished and declined over the last fifty years and the dynamics of these changes. The study is based on recordings at thirty different locations along the Sudanese coast, visited by the author between 1971 and 1973.Beyond the Red Sea's desert shores lie some of the richest and most diverse coral ... Leer más

$13.99 USD

Growth and Decay of Coral Reefs: Fifty Years of Learning describes how coral reefs have alternately flourished and declined over the last fifty years and the dynamics of these changes. The study is based on recordings at thirty different locations along the Sudanese coast, visited by the author between 1971 and 1973.Beyond the Red Sea's desert shores lie some of the richest and most diverse coral
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