Fantastic Feats And Failures

by Kurisu, Jane, Yes Magazine Editors, Garrison, David

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ISBN-13: 9781553376330
ISBN: 1553376331
Publication Date: 2004
Publisher: Kids Can Press, Limited

AUTHOR

Kurisu, Jane, Yes Magazine Editors, Garrison, David

SUMMARY

Astronauts on "Apollo 13 averted disaster with the help of duct tape. The design of the Sydney Opera House was based on the segments of an orange. The Tacoma Narrows Bridge swayed so much it was nicknamed "Galloping Gertie." From genius designs to deadly design-flaws, the story of engineering is full of oddities and surprises. Fantastic Feats and Failures includes bridge and dome-building projects, and other activities to test your engineering know-how.Kurisu, Jane is the author of 'Fantastic Feats And Failures', published 2004 under ISBN 9781553376330 and ISBN 1553376331.

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