hydraulic engineering

This beautifully illustrated and exquisitely detailed book takes you on an unforgettable time-traveling journey through Chinese history. Spanning 2,500 years and 1,115 miles (1,794 km), from Hangzhou in the south to Beijing in the north, China Through Time tells the fascinating story of China's Grand Canal--the world's longest and oldest man-made waterway. Meet emperors, armies, and soldiers from early Chinese history, and follow the construction and development of the Grand Canal up to the present. Stunning panoramic illustrations and lively, engaging text bring to life key periods and turning points in the canal's history. Cutaway views showing the interior of boats and buildings, picture pullouts surrounding each double-page illustration, and simple annotations highlighting important characters and places provide a wealth of detail that will stimulate children's interest in the history of China. Children will also love searching for the time-traveling cat who appears in the illustrations, drawing them further into the hustle and bustle of each scene. Perfect for parents and children to pore over and discuss together time and again, China Through Time also makes a gorgeous gift or collector's item. Fun, interactive, and packed with compelling detail, it vividly presents Chinese history to children as they have never seen it before.

The Panama Canal is an incredible canal. It connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans! In Building the Panama Canal, young readers will find out more about this engineering marvel and how it was built.

The Hoover Dam is an extraordinary dam. It provides water to much of the US Southwest! In Building the Hoover Dam, young readers will find out more about this engineering marvel and how it was built.

Kids will learn about different types of dams with Engineer It! Dam Projects. They will discover how dams are built. Then, build their own beaver dam, waterwheel, and more. Each project has color photos and easy-to-follow instructions. Young crafters will be budding engineers in no time!.

An introduction to waterslides and how they work.

Discusses how and why dams are constructed, explaining the science and technology behind them.

Reveals the influence of water on politics and history, peeling back the layers of history to show the effect of this vital natural resource on human affairs.

An illustrated examination of the Inca city of Machu Picchu in the Andes from an engineering perspective, discussing city planning, hydrology, hydraulic engineering, drainage infrastructure, agriculture, building foundations and stone walls, and construction methods. Includes cultural background on the Inca, and a walking tour.

Explains the basics of hydraulic fracturing, considers the political and economic benefits, and explores the possible health dangers and damage to the environment.

A collection of controversial essays that debate issues concerning the global oil crisis including the effects of foreign oil on the U.S. and international relations, and oil drilling in parts of the Arctic regions.