Uses of Advanced Materials in Civil Infrastructure : Hearing Before the Subcommittee on Science, Technology, and Space of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation United Stated States Senate, One Hundred Third Congress, First Session, May

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ISBN 10: 1332244548 / ISBN 13: 9781332244546

Published by Forgotten Books, 2015

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Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Uses of Advanced Materials in Civil Infrastructure : Hearing Before the Subcommittee on Science, Technology, and Space of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation United Stated States Senate, One Hundred Third Congress, First Session, May
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332244548
• ISBN 13: 9781332244546
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Sehr gut
• Seller catalogs:
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Synopsis

This book explores the need for the implementation of advanced technology to solve critical infrastructure issues in the United States. Citing examples such as the poor condition of US bridges, the author delves into the current state of the nation's infrastructure and explains how deploying innovative materials can improve its safety and efficiency. The book draws comparisons with Japan, and offers recommendations on how the US can emulate their success in utilizing R&D in this field. Throughout, the book highlights the need for collaboration between government agencies, industries, and universities through public-private partnerships to expedite the adoption of these new technologies in construction practices. By providing a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities, this book stresses the importance of investing in advanced materials for infrastructure development, and its potential to boost economic growth, create new jobs, and enhance the nation's global competitiveness.