How a tunnel is built depends heavily on the material through which it must pass. Tunneling through soft ground, for instance, requires very different techniques than tunneling through hard rock or soft rock, such as shale, chalk or sandstone. Tunneling underwater, the most challenging of all e...
Trains: Trains are particularly effective for large-scale, long-distance inland transportation of shipping containers. They can carry a larger quantity of containers more efficiently and in a more environmentally friendly manner than trucks. How Much Does It Cost to Move a Shipping Container? Shipping...
If a right angle intersection is required, a 50′ radius should be planned for commercial vehicles. The design of approach roadways should also allow for counterclockwise traffic circulation since it is easier for drivers to make left-hand turns and to back trailers into a dock from this positio...
Better Boat Dock Bumpers Make a Personal Hurricane Evacuation Plan Know what to expect in a hurricane and plan ahead. Create an evacuation plan for yourself, your family and your pets. You'll want to get ready long before a hurricane warning is posted. Part of preparation is learning to be...
One part of my laptop is now newer than the rest of it, which should mean I don’t have to spend quite as much time with two other parts of the computer. But should I feel that good about having to send a second computer from the same vendor back to the shop? I spent a long ...
The Best Way to Clean a Boat Carpet The carpet on your boat is notorious for getting pretty dirty. People are constantly walking on it with wet feet; it’s continually filled with moisture, and spills can happen anytime. So, knowing the best way to clean a boat carpet is essential!
A large crab boat needs to be able to stay at sea for months at a time while carrying its crew, everything the crew needs to survive, and all of the crabs the
which lets him control the throttle with a foot pedal much like the accelerator in your car. The pedal lets him keep both hands on the steering wheel when running on plane. If you have a similar control on your boat, make sure your foot is off the pedal so you’re not applying thrott...
Much like crib docks, installing a suspension dock is not a decision that should be made until all factors have been considered. There are some drawbacks that suspension dock owners may not immediately anticipate. For instance, while floating dock structures can be removed during instances of sever...
“Precise information is a key motivation,” always remember. There will be no more motivation for a potential buyer than the right and cohesive boat details. Information like traveled places, engine time, refit history, and similar should be included in the listings. In addition, the buyer wil...