"Wisdom begins in wonder" – Socrates
Category: Engineering
Easements
09/22/24
“When may someone be entitled to use another person’s property?”
People may have to have access to someone else’s property from time to time. This could range from utilities needing to use a backyard to repair property to access for a landlocked neighbor. These rights are called Easements and are an important part of land-use law.
Eminent Domain for Airspace
09/21/24
“How is eminent domain applied to airspace?”
Eminent domain is typically used to acquire land rights for public use. However, if it wants to use air-based applications (such as airports) it will also need to acquire airspace. Eminent Domain for Airspace entails the government paying just compensation for the airspace.
Dwellings Insurance
09/16/24
“What insurance covers the physical structure of a home?”
Horrendous disasters like fires or hurricanes can greatly damage a home. Personal property insurance will cover personal items destroyed, but what about the home’s physical built struture, such as the walls and foundations? Well, this is covered by Dwellings Insurance. Dwellings insurance also coverers attached fixtures such as stoves.
Why Municipalities Issue Their Own Stormwater Permit Regulations
09/13/24
“Why do municipalities issue their own stormwater permit regulations?”
Stormwater permit regulations are usually made by state and federal governments in the US. Individual municipalities may want to impose stricter ordinances, such as disallowing certain chemicals or encouraging stronger protection against system infiltration. These allow a community to be safer and stronger and is Why Municipalities Issue Their Own Stormwater Permit Regulations.
Stormwater Retrofits
09/12/24
“How can we retrofit stormwater infrastructure?”
Stormwater infrastructure supports the function of our society. However, it may become outdated with time. This can be solved with Stormwater Retrofits, such as installing detention basins or permeable surfaces.
Individual Stormwater Permits
09/11/24
“What are stormwater permits given to individual facilities?”
Stormwater permits regulate what can and cannot be discharged into the stream. Individual Stormwater permits are required for an individual facility.
Stormwater Permits
09/09/24
“What governs what pollutants facilities can release into US waters?”
Facilities release all types and volumes of pollutants into water bodies. However, if these are not controlled then it can lead to major ecological damage. In the US, this is regulated with Stormwater Permits. Stormwater permits govern what types and volume of pollutants can be released into water bodies.
Why Municipal Combined Storm Sewer Systems May Overflow With Pollution During Floods
09/07/24
“Why may municipal combined storm sewer systems overflow with pollution during floods?”
Municipal combined storm sewer systems use the same drainage pipes for both stormwater and wastewater. The resulting water flow is usually treated after the end. When there is a flood, the normal wastewater combined with the extra stormwater may overflow the pipes, causing the pollution to be dumped into water bodies. This is Why Municipal Combined Storm Sewer Systems May Overflow With Pollution During Floods
Trolley Poles
09/06/24
“How can we transfer electricity from overhead wires to traction motors using cylindrical poles?”
Current collectors come in all shapes and sizes. Trolley poles are cylindrically shaped poles that bring electricity from overhead wires to power traction motors on trams and trains. Trolley poles were popular with earlier trams but have become less popular as more efficient current collectors have taken root.
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