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How Ships Have Changed Over The Years
While the earliest boats date back approximately 10,000 years, they were simple vessels made from tying logs together or hollowing them out. The first real ships are believed to have been created by the Ancient Egyptians, starting around 4000 BC … Continue reading
Top 5 Most Expensive Suspension Bridges in History
Suspension bridges are sophisticated constructions involving a lot of elaborate engineering plans, lengthy preparatory proceedings, both bureaucratic and practical, and precise construction procedures. The results are grandiose: the world’s great suspension bridges are noteworthy landmarks, essential passageways across water and … Continue reading
The Changing World of Playgrounds
The world of playgrounds is long and varied. With time came a different ethos of play for children. Here’s a quick history on how things changed. The first playgrounds, as we know them today, took form between 1900-1920. These playgrounds … Continue reading
Newport Transporter Bridge – A History
The Newport Transporter Bridge traverses River Usk. A Grade I listed structure, the transporter bridge in South Wales is one of eight still in use. Maintained by Newport City Council, the Newport Transporter Bridge has a length of 645 … Continue reading
The Origins of The Suspension Bridge
Forms of suspension bridge have been used since prehistory. This type of bridge hangs a weight from pillars or outcroppings rather than being supported by piles, which means that a simple vine tied at both ends over a gap counts. … Continue reading
How Do Large Ships Successfully Ride out Hurricanes?
The decision to ride out a hurricane is never an easy one for the master of a large ship, as he may be responsible for the lives of hundreds of people. Large ships are constructed of heavy steel and … Continue reading
The Bottle Which Launched a Thousand Ships – Ceremonial Ship Launching
Seamen and sailors are notoriously superstitious, from Albatross sightings to whistling on deck. There are certain things that sailors will do to ensure they have a safe and profitable journey. These traditions begin as soon as a new ship … Continue reading
The Origins of The Helipad
A helipad is a specially designated landing pad for helicopters. They usually follow a standard design of a round circle with a large letter ‘H’ on it. Helicopters are vulnerable to obstacles when landing, so a clearly marked landing space … Continue reading