An Essay For The Construction Of Roads: On Mechanical And Physical Principles (1774)

By Anonymous

Book Overview

""An Essay For The Construction Of Roads: On Mechanical And Physical Principles"" is a book that was published anonymously in 1774. The book provides a detailed analysis of the mechanical and physical principles that are involved in the construction of roads. The author discusses various aspects of road construction, including the materials that should be used, the design of the road, and the methods of construction.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of road construction. The first chapter discusses the importance of good roads and the benefits that they provide to society. The second chapter discusses the different types of materials that can be used in road construction, including gravel, stone, and asphalt.The third chapter focuses on the design of the road, including the width and gradient of the road, as well as the drainage system that should be put in place. The fourth chapter discusses the various methods of road construction, including the use of machinery and the manual labor required.Overall, ""An Essay For The Construction Of Roads: On Mechanical And Physical Principles"" is a comprehensive guide to road construction that provides valuable insights into the principles that are involved in building durable and efficient roads. The book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the history of road construction or who is involved in the construction of roads today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164569910
• ISBN13: 9781164569916
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"