Excerpt from Observations on the Various Systems of Canal Navigation: With Inferences Practical and Mathematical, in Which Mr. Fulton's Plan Wheel-Boats, and the Utility of Subterraneous and of Small Canals Are Particularly Investigated, Including an Account of the Canals and Inclined Planes of China
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book examines different methods of overcoming inclines and descents in canals and rivers throughout history, providing an in-depth look at the development of canal navigation. The author presents various techniques, analyzing their advantages and disadvantages, and discussing their impact on the broader development of internal navigation. From portage, hauling, and contractions to inclined planes and locks, the book offers a comprehensive overview of the evolution of canal engineering, highlighting the ingenuity and innovation that have shaped this crucial mode of transportation. The author's insights illuminate the significance of canal navigation in facilitating trade, industry, and economic growth, making this book an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and development of transportation systems. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282596477_0
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