Author: Mary Ann ThomasPublisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 9780823959914
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
At 33 miles long, the Seikan Railroad Tunnel is the worlds longest tunnel.
The Seikan Railroad Tunnel
Author: Mary Ann ThomasPublisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 9780823959914
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
At 33 miles long, the Seikan Railroad Tunnel is the worlds longest tunnel.
Túnel Ferroviario Seikan
Author: Mark ThomasPublisher:
ISBN: 9781282224285
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Seikan Tunnel
Author: The Seikan undersea tunnel
Author: Japan railway constructionPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : it
Pages : 23
Book Description
Tunnels
Author: Joanne MatternPublisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing
ISBN: 1634306112
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
In Tunnels, readers will explore the use of super structures around the world and how they have shaped future technological advancements. This title is the perfect blend of historical content and STEM engagement, and makes a great addition to library collections at home or at school. The Engineering Wonders series takes readers on a historical journey and focuses on the construction of amazing man-made structures and their effects on society. Each 48-page title features full-color photographs, fascinating sidebars, a timeline, a glossary, a list of websites, and comprehension and extension questions. This series engages learners while also reinforcing concepts and helping them strengthen their reading comprehension skills
The Longest Tunnel
Author: Kelly L. BorcheltPublisher: Greenhaven Press, Incorporated
ISBN: 9780737718829
Category : Seikan Tonneru (Japan)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Describes the construction and history of the world's longest and deepest tunnel, the Seikan Tunnel in Japan, which connects Honshu to Hokkaido by rail.
Tunnels
Author: Chris OxladePublisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library
ISBN: 9781403479068
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
This updated edition asks some great questions. When did people first build tunnels? Where is the world's longest tunnel? What keeps tunnels from collapsing? You'll find the answers to these questions and many more in Building Amazing Structures. Each book in the series looks at some of today's most amazing structures from around the world. Begin your journey by reading about similar structures in history and how they were built. Then discover the techniques and materials that today's engineers and builders use to make even more amazing structures. Finally, learn about structures that failed and why.
A History of Railroads
Author: Colin HynsonPublisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 9780836862874
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Chronicles the development of steam engines and railroads around the world, and discusses the history of electric trains, diesel engines, and locomotives.
Great Railroad Tunnels of North America
Author: William Lowell PutnamPublisher: McFarland
ISBN: 0786489200
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Describing and detailing the boring of major railroad tunnels throughout Canada, the United States, and Mexico, this book covers the period from the creation of Virginia's Blue Ridge Tunnel in the 1850s to Copper Canyon's Continental and El Descanso tunnels in the early 1960s. Other notable tunnels featured here include Massachusetts' notoriously expensive and slow-progressing Hoosac Tunnel; Colorado's rail and water Moffat Tunnel; Montana's Flathead Tunnel; and several major tunnels along the Canadian Pacific's main line. In addition to providing details on the tunnels, the author considers the reasons they were created, their engineers, and their use. The book includes more than 50 period and contemporary photos. A glossary explains concepts related to railroad construction and maintenance.
The Longest Tunnels
Author: Susan K. MitchellPublisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN: 1427089469
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 108
Book Description
Mega structures takes a close look at some of the tallest, longest, and largest structures in the world. Each book lets the reader in on the challenges, dangers, and successes in building these colossal structures....