An Account Of The Construction Of The Britannia And Conway Tubular Bridges (1849)

An Account Of The Construction Of The Britannia And Conway Tubular Bridges is a book written by William Fairbairn in 1849. The book provides a detailed account of the construction of two iconic bridges in the United Kingdom - the Britannia Bridge and the Conway Bridge. Both bridges were constructed using the tubular bridge design, which was a new and innovative approach to bridge building at the time.Fairbairn, a renowned engineer and expert in metalworking, was intimately involved in the construction of both bridges. In this book, he provides a comprehensive overview of the design, planning, and execution of the projects. He also discusses the challenges faced during the construction process, such as the difficult weather conditions and the need to transport materials and workers to the remote locations.The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of engineering and bridge building. It provides a fascinating insight into the technical and logistical challenges faced by engineers in the mid-19th century, as well as the innovative solutions they developed to overcome these challenges. The book is also a testament to the ingenuity and skill of William Fairbairn, who played a crucial role in the construction of two of the most iconic bridges in the United Kingdom.With A Complete History Of Their Progress, From The Conception Of The Original Idea, To The Conclusion Of The Elaborate Experiments Which Determined The Exact Form And Mode Of Construction Ultimately Adopted.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.