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Engineering Solutions for Hurricanes
Hurricanes are increasing in frequency and intensity, bringing massive destruction in their wake. This resource provides readers with insight into the nature of hurricanes and the solutions engineers are using to prepare for hurricanes and protect people and property when they occur. It explains the technological tools such as NASA satellites, computer modeling, and aircraft and field missions that scientists and engineers are using to predict when and where hurricanes will occur. It also describes how engineers are creating improved building codes and innovative structures and redesigning cities to withstand hurricanes' violence and save lives when disaster strikes.
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Engineering Solutions for Hurricanes
Hurricanes are increasing in frequency and intensity, bringing massive destruction in their wake. This resource provides readers with insight into the nature of hurricanes and the solutions engineers are using to prepare for hurricanes and protect people and property when they occur. It explains the technological tools such as NASA satellites, computer modeling, and aircraft and field missions that scientists and engineers are using to predict when and where hurricanes will occur. It also describes how engineers are creating improved building codes and innovative structures and redesigning cities to withstand hurricanes' violence and save lives when disaster strikes.
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Engineering Solutions for Hurricanes

Engineering Solutions for Hurricanes

by Jeri Freedman
Engineering Solutions for Hurricanes
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Engineering Solutions for Hurricanes

Engineering Solutions for Hurricanes

by Jeri Freedman

Overview

Hurricanes are increasing in frequency and intensity, bringing massive destruction in their wake. This resource provides readers with insight into the nature of hurricanes and the solutions engineers are using to prepare for hurricanes and protect people and property when they occur. It explains the technological tools such as NASA satellites, computer modeling, and aircraft and field missions that scientists and engineers are using to predict when and where hurricanes will occur. It also describes how engineers are creating improved building codes and innovative structures and redesigning cities to withstand hurricanes' violence and save lives when disaster strikes.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781725347854
Publisher: Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date: 12/30/2019
Series: Preparing for Disaster Series
Pages: 48
Product dimensions: 7.25(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range: 10 - 13 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 Mighty Storms 6

Chapter 2 Storm Watch 14

Chapter 3 Making Buildings Safer 24

Chapter 4 Surviving the Storm 31

Glossary 38

For More Information 40

For Further Reading 42

Bibliography 43

Index 46

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