Excerpt from Report of the Chief Engineer of the New York and Brooklyn Bridge, January 1, 1877
In all suspension bridges the masonry usually forms about one~half of the total work to be done. We mav therefore congratulate ourselves that we have this much behind us.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is an exceptionally detailed account of the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge, authored by the Chief Engineer, Washington Roebling. It chronicles the project from its inception in 1867 up until the beginning of cable-making in 1877. Presented with great clarity and insight by the engineer in charge, the book goes through the development, challenges, and innovations intrinsic to the construction of this architectural marvel. By offering an insider's perspective on every stage of the project's progress, the narrative highlights the testing of the steel wire ropes, the preservation of the anchor chains, and the undertaking of cable-making. Aside from technical details, the book also discusses financial management and contractual obligations. Through its comprehensive and in-depth examination of the bridge's construction, this book provides valuable insights into the engineering feats and complexities of the 19th century for anyone interested in civil engineering, architecture, or the history of New York City. 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 9780282943592_0
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