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Canal Engineering and Architecture Books
Canal engineering and architecture is a fascinating field that details the planning, design, and construction of canals, locks, bridges, and buildings. The history of canal engineering dates back to the birth of the industrial revolution when canals began to be been used for transportation. The construction of canals required a great deal of ingenuity and expertise, and the majority of the network and most of the structures were be built by hand.
One of the key components of canal engineering is the use of locks. Locks are used to raise and lower boats between different levels of the canal. They are typically constructed of concrete or stone and require precise engineering to ensure that they function properly. Locks can be found in a variety of designs, including single-chamber locks, double- and triple-chamber locks, and inclined planes.
In addition to locks, canal engineering also involves the construction of bridges. Bridges are used to span the canal and provide a means of crossing for people and vehicles. They can be constructed of a variety of materials, including wood, steel, and concrete. The design of bridges must take into account the weight and size of the boats that will be passing underneath them.
Finally, the architecture of buildings along the canal is also an important aspect of canal engineering. Buildings along the canal can serve a variety of purposes, including housing for canal workers, storage for goods, and offices for canal companies.
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Building Britain’s Canals
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Experimental locomotive 1838 that blew-up killing its crew ‘Surprise’ Swansea Canal framed A4 print
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George and Robert Stephenson
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Ironworks at Aber-craf powered by Swansea Canal feeder A4 downloadable digital image
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James Brindley – Canal Pioneer
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James Brindley and the Duke of Bridgewater
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On Tour With Thomas Telford
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The Canal Builders
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The Canal Pioneers – Brindley’s School of Engineers
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The Canal Pioneers – Canal Construction
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Thomas Telford
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Thomas Telford’s Temptation
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Waterways in the Making
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