Macro-Engineering
| Author | : V. Badescu |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 322 |
| Release | : 2007-05-27 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781402046049 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1402046049 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (49 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Macro-Engineering by : V. Badescu
Download or read book Macro-Engineering written by V. Badescu and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-05-27 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Macro-engineering involves the large-scale modification and manipulation of natural systems for the benefit of mankind. The primary goals of some Earth-based macroprojects described in this book are power production, land reclamation, food production, climate change, water, transport and coastal protection. Other Earth or space projects considered here have a more futuristic ring, but our present-day technical skill makes their realization possible.
