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𝐆𝐖𝐄𝐒 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐥𝐲 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 Thanks to everyone who poured their knowledge into this week’s trivia challenge! Your understanding of ancient technology is truly remarkable. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤’𝐬 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐬: What is the purpose of an aqueduct? A) Transporting water B) Controlling floods C) Supporting bridges D) Irrigating fields 𝑬𝒏𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑺𝒖𝒓𝒗𝒆𝒚 𝑺𝒂𝒚𝒔... A) Transporting water 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 Aqueducts are structures designed to transport water from one location to another, often over long distances. The Roman aqueducts exemplified this, using gravity to supply cities with drinking water and supporting public baths, fountains, and sanitation systems. These feats of engineering showcased remarkable precision and ingenuity. 𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰? Some Roman aqueducts were so well built that parts of them remain functional today, with the Aqua Virgo still feeding fountains in Rome! For more information about aqueducts, visit: 🔗 History.com - 10 World Engineering Marvels: https://lnkd.in/eK_6tZCn Join us next week for more GWES Weekly Engineering Trivia! The next question will bridge the gap between history and modern ingenuity—don’t miss it!

Do you know where the engineering feat in the picture is located?   It shows a small portion of one of the finest examples of ancient aquaculture and hydraulic engineering in Australia – the vast eel-trap system in the Budj Bim National Park in southeastern Victoria.     The aquaculture system at Budj Bim was designed by the Gunditjmara people and is a vast network of weirs, dams and stone canals that manipulate water levels in various lake basins, some dug out of lava flows. We're highlighting it to mark NAIDOC Week (July 7-14), a time to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.    In this system, eels and other aquatic life were forced into traps as the water levels rose and fell. The system is remarkable in that it has been carbon-dated to 6600 years old – which means it was created before international examples of ancient engineering like Stonehenge in England or the pyramids in Egypt.    At Middleton Group, to remind us that engineering has a very long history in Australia, one of our meeting rooms in our Melbourne office is named Budj Bim. That means that we hear, say and write the name often – reminding us daily of engineering’s long history in Australia.     Read more about Budj Bim here: https://lnkd.in/gz9BFeMY  Read more about NAIDOC Week here: https://lnkd.in/gtb3Y8ba     Photo by Tyson Lovett-Murray for Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation.

💧Ancient Ingenuity: Engineering That Stands the Test of Time💧 I’m thrilled to share an intriguing exploration of how early civilizations addressed one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: accessing and managing water. From the remarkable aqueducts to innovative irrigation systems, these engineering marvels not only sustained entire societies but continue to inspire us today. 🔍 Key Takeaways: - Life Before Plumbing: Every drop was precious. - Revolutionary Designs: Aqueducts and systems that transformed history. - Timeless Lessons: Innovations so advanced, they still function today! ✨ These enduring water systems serve as a testament to the limitless potential of human creativity and problem-solving. Join me on this journey to uncover how the ingenuity of our ancestors has shaped the world we know. What inspires you most about ancient engineering? Tag a history or engineering enthusiast who would appreciate this! #AncientEngineering #WaterInnovation #HistoryLovers #TimelessDesign #EngineeringExcellence

This technique was very effective and inexpensive in soft clay soils.

⚛️🚀 Vibroreplacement, or stone columns, is a ground improvement technique to increase stiffness and bearing capacity of soils It also reduces settlement of weak soils. The method inserts a vibrating probe into the ground, sequentially creating a space in depth Afterwards each space is filled with coarse aggregate like gravels Then, vibrations compact the aggregate forming a reinforcing dense column of soil. The method stabilizes soft clay, silt, and loose sands, and is applied in construction projects such as embankments, and retaining walls. Vibroreplacement is cost-effective, useful in various soil conditions, also improving drainage, reduce liquefaction potential, and a more stable foundation. #science #engineering #technology #design #creativity #innovation #research 👨🏻🏫 Follow Felipe Ochoa Cornejo 👨🏻🏫🇨🇱 for more state of the art and innovative science, engineering, geology, and technology   🎥 J. Taylor Creative

Representation of ground improvement/soil densification using stone columns. This is a perfect alternative in order to provide improvement in medium budgeted projects.

🔥👨🔬 I had the honor of being part of this research with colleagues from Chair of Mechanics, University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Civil and Geodetic Engineering.🔥🏫 Collaborating on research in an area that is my main domain, with people I consider my scientific mentors, is extremely motivating (thanks Robert Pečenko). Moreover, when this collaboration results in a #research #paper, it is very fulfilling for me 💪🎓 . In our article, we focused on the #charring of #beech, which is the most common #hardwood species in Central Europe. The current #Eurocode EN 1995-1-2 standard sets the charring #temperature at 300 °C, especially for softwoods. This #article therefore investigates whether this temperature is also #relevant for beech. Of course, thanks also to František Wald and Kamila Cábová Horová for motivating me to further research on Fakulta stavební ČVUT v Praze, České vysoké učení technické v Praze. https://lnkd.in/e3J3kHDU

Today, I came across this journal about the structure of termite nests. In a recent study published in Environmental Entomology, researchers investigated the nest structures of the termite species Globitermes sulphureus. The study revealed that these termites construct three-layered nests with specialized functions to enhance strength and water retention. The outer layer minimizes moisture permeability, the middle layer resists water penetration, and the innermost layer excels in water retention. This architectural complexity allows the termites to thrive in the fluctuating conditions of savanna ecosystems, showcasing a remarkable example of non-human engineering and adaptation. Cool Fact: Did you know that termite nests can have intricate ventilation systems that maintain a consistent internal temperature? These systems are so efficient that they inspire modern architectural designs for sustainable buildings.

Some of the questions you may have heard are: What can we learn by studying the human eye, fungi, plants, or algae? Discover how life-centered design inspires innovation in countless ways, as we unveil our top ten biomimicry product examples. #innovate #sustainability #natureinspired #whatinspiresme #technology #biomimicry #thinkoutside #nature #naturelover #engineering #chemistry #architecture

Dynamic Compaction The new way to enhance the soil characteristics by applying the dynamic Compaction.