I found the article interesting and fun to go through. Firstly, this article shows how civil engineers create and design structures in today's arena to complete a specific requirement. Different types of trebuchets were used. One Middle East ancient structure that I know of is :
Pyramids : The pyramids of egypt have been standing still for long due to the stuff with which it was made, plus its shape and design. It gives the pyramids a unique stability. They were built as tombs for the pharaohs of Egypt, hence were royal.
The structures built in the old times were built with passion, hard work and dedication, making them one of the most prestigious and memorable things on this earth. Big structures were only built to honor something or someone. The ones who built it believed that they were doing a very important job, hence they never gave up on any single thing and worked harder. They were also developed keeping in mind the extreme weathers and war times. Engineering in those days was done keeping in mind the days of war, mostly. While they built catapults for higher ranges, they built castles for surviving wars. Though the same mentality is present today, but it's not everything.
Pyramids : The pyramids of egypt have been standing still for long due to the stuff with which it was made, plus its shape and design. It gives the pyramids a unique stability. They were built as tombs for the pharaohs of Egypt, hence were royal.
The structures built in the old times were built with passion, hard work and dedication, making them one of the most prestigious and memorable things on this earth. Big structures were only built to honor something or someone. The ones who built it believed that they were doing a very important job, hence they never gave up on any single thing and worked harder. They were also developed keeping in mind the extreme weathers and war times. Engineering in those days was done keeping in mind the days of war, mostly. While they built catapults for higher ranges, they built castles for surviving wars. Though the same mentality is present today, but it's not everything.
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LOL it's curious that our titles look similar... Well first of all I share the point that civil engineering was shifted because of destruction and war, that is completely true, and it is something I had barely imagined. Second of all I also think that modern engineering is not performed thinking about war and a flying rock that will hit your building. Finally I find interesting your point about the Pyramids, they are undoubtedly admirable structures, it is pretty difficult to build something that lasts this much, and that is still stable! (engr 103)
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading this article as well, because there was a great focus on the differences in engineering past and present. It also allows one to see how for centuries civil engineers have been a part of civilization by building incredible structures. When I thought of a structure, I thought also of the Pyramids. They are such an iconic section of the Middle East and no structure has quite the popularity. One of the most important aspects is the passion and dedication. This is one aspect that I feel that those involved in the aspects of the project must continue to have a passion for the work . This is a great review of the article. (engr 103).
ReplyDelete@Daniel : Indeed, modern engineering isn't performed that way, but it also portrays similarities. What they had in their minds often influenced the structures that they made.
ReplyDelete@Margot : Past and present comparison was crucial. And the pyramids hold a great importance out there..I'm glad you liked the article. (engr103)