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Structures J. Gordon

Structures By J. Gordon

Structures by J. Gordon


Summary

"Rich and readable...personal, witty and ironic." --Scientific American

Structures Summary

Structures: Or Why Things Don't Fall Down by J. Gordon

For anyone who has ever wondered why suspension bridges don't collapse under eight lanes of traffic, how dams hold back-or give way under-thousands of gallons of water, or what principles guide the design of a skyscraper or a kangaroo, this book will ease your anxiety and answer your questions. J. E. Gordon strips engineering of its confusing technical terms, communicating its founding principles in accessible, witty prose.

Structures Reviews

"Here we have the conversation in the unbuttoned mood of a learned engineer with wide sympathies about his art, its history, its range, and the silly things which happen. It reads easily and has immense charm."--Architect's Journal
"It is really, really good if you want a primer on structural design."--Elon Musk
"Rich and readable...personal, witty, and ironic."--Scientific American

About J. Gordon

J. E. Gordon, a professor at the University of Reading, is renowned for his research in plastics, crystals, and new materials.

Additional information

GOR010391228
9780306812835
0306812835
Structures: Or Why Things Don't Fall Down by J. Gordon
Used - Like New
Paperback
INGRAM PUBLISHER SERVICES US
2003-06-19
424
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins

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