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Overview
This book addresses the need for a firm scientific basis for decision-making in the cold-region pipeline construction industry. In clear language it describes the behavior of permafrost and its effects on structures and terrain, and gives revealing accounts of the political and international aspects of related issues. The enlarged second edition maintains the easy-to-read, well-illustrated format of the original, but is brought up to date with new information and a new emphasis. The author has served as a consultant to the Canadian government on the effects of cold climates on several large northern projects.
Synopsis
Through an examination of the little-known scientific problems involved with the megaprojects of the seventies, Peter Williams shows how crucial it is that the place of scientific research in modern society be recognized by government, industry and public alike. This is a topical, provocative yet entertaining book.