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Tag: Civil Engineering
Investment in Earthquake Resilience for Train Tracks
10/14/22
“Why should we invest in earthquake resilience for train tracks?”
Train tracks can become heavily damaged by earthquakes. In seismically active places like California and Japan, this can be a dire threat to society. For this reason, it makes sense to have Investment in Earthquake Resilience for Train Tracks.
Why Tearing Down Highways is a Good Climate Adaptation Measure
10/10/22
“Why is tearing down highways a good climate adaptation measure?”
Highways are hazards for communities. They incarcerate communities, block flow underneath them, and can get flooded during rainstorms. All of these are climate hazards that cities have to think about. Tearing them down would be a natural way to make a place more adapted to climate change. The asphalt which once covered the earth can be replaced with flood-absorbing greenery. People who were cut off from the surrounding area can freely move around the area. This is Why Tearing Down Highways is a Good Climate Adaptation Measure.
Why Densifying Cities Can Lead to Less Air Pollution
10/06/22
“Why can densifying cities lead to less air pollution?”
Sprawl in cities leads to more car travel and therefore more air pollution. But if cities were to densify, they would reduce the need for car travel, and therefore air quality would get better. This is Why Densifying Cities Can Lead to Less Air Pollution.
Masterplanned Climate Adapted Towns
10/03/22
“How can we have master Planned climate-adapted towns?”
As the effects of climate change become more intense, people are going to demand to live in towns safe for them. One way to accomplish this is to build Masterplanned Climate Adapted Towns. These are brand new towns that are completely designed around climate adaptation, whether it be their geographic location, renewable energy storage integration, or strict building codes. An example of this can be seen in the town of Babcock Ranch Florida, which sustained minimal damage during the (as of writing) recent Hurricane Ian.
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Why Piping Needs to Be Designed for the Local Climatic Area in Mind
09/30/22
“Why does piping need to be designed with the local climatic area in mind?”
Piping is one of the most vital parts of many modern cities. However, the local climate can have a noticeable effect on these pieces of infrastructure due to thermal expansion and rain/snow. These can rupture pipes and leave them destroyed. But by designing these piping systems with these in mind, resilience can be achieved. This is Why Piping Needs to Be Designed with the Local Climatic Area in Mind.
Why Dense Affordable Skyscrapers Can Help Alleviate Homelessness
09/29/22
“Why can affordable skyscrapers help alleviate homelessness?”
Homelessness is often caused by a lack of affordable housing. By building more dense housing like skyscrapers and permitting affordable options in them, we can create much more availability and give people new homes. This is Why Dense Affordable Skyscrapers Can Help Alleviate Homelessness.
How Preventative Pipe Maintenance Can Prevent Future Public Health Catastrophes
09/27/22
“How can preventative pipe maintenance prevent future public health catastrophes?”
Pipes are the lifeblood of cities around the world. They can deliver water for cleaning, cooking, or any task. However, over time these pipes may become broken down from continuous use. Public health catastrophes can ensue if no action is taken before it’s too late, poisoning entire municipalities. But by performing preventative maintenance, the pipes will be kept functioning such a crisis can be averted. This is How Preventative Pipe Maintenance Can Prevent Future Public Health Catastrophes.
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Boil Water Notices
09/25/22
“How do municipalities communicate that the water is unsafe to drink?”
Water sources can become contaminated. When this happens, residents will have to boil their water before drinking it. Municipalities will often send out Boil Water Notices to inform residents that this will happen. Boil water notices can be sent out in a variety of ways, such as texts, emails, or printed material.
How Low Pressure in Municipal Water Pipes Can Lead to Contamination
09/24/22
“How can low pressure in municipal water pipes lead to contamination?”
Municipal water systems use pressure to send water to customer areas. However, if pressure drops such as through a leak, then other substances can seep into the system. This could lead to contamination, harming residents in a multitude of ways. This is How Low Pressure in Municipal Water Pipes Can Lead to Contamination.
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