structural engineering

Explores the history of civil engineering and the advancements made in the field, looking at the Panama Canal, bridges, skyscrapers, and more.

Super Scientist, Max Axiom, presents step-by-step photo-illustrated instructions for building a variety of structures and contraptions.

"Leo teaches his cat Pallas all about buildings and structures by applying his knowledge of science to their stone age world. This fun introduction to science concepts explains ramps, forces and loads, tension, and more. Information boxes accompany each story to explore real applications of buildings and structures in the natural and designed world."--Provided by publisher.

Examines the building of structures, how to protect those structures, and the equipment that is used in construction of buildings and bridges.

Engineers and archaeologists test traditional hypotheses regarding the building techniques used by the ancient Egyptians to build the pyramids.

Illustrations and text provide the answers to thirty-three unusual questions about buildings, tunnels, bridges, and machinery.

Explores two competing concepts of how the ancient Romans were able to construct a canopy over the Colosseum.

This book explores the history and building of several major landmarks in America, including the Brooklyn Bridge, River Rouge industrial plant, the Empire State Building, and the Interstate Highway System.