World famous track cyclist Robert Förstemann battles a 700w toaster. Can he, with his 74cm legs, generate enough energy to create a golden-brown toast?
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Olympic Cyclist Vs. Toaster: Can He Power It?
Monday, June 22nd, 2015ASCE: What Do Civil Engineers Do?
Tuesday, June 16th, 2015If you look around, civil engineering is everywhere! Meet three civil engineers whose work is having a real impact on people’s lives. Whether involved in projects underground, on huge structures or meeting the water needs of developing communities, these engineers are making a difference. See if you have what it takes to be a civil engineer.
View this complete post...Bringing Low-Carbon Trucks to the United States
Tuesday, June 16th, 2015Minnesota DOT: Update on the Winona Bridge Project
Friday, June 12th, 2015This video illustrates project progress, having used an approach known as CMGC.
View this complete post...Texas: Governor Abbott Paves the Way for Historical Transportation Funding Increase
Tuesday, June 9th, 2015Video clip illustrates Governor Abbott’s dedication to increasing funding for roads throughout the state of Texas, and also doing away with diversions. From now on, taxes for roads will be spent on roads.
View this complete post...Klamath Falls, OR: Blasting Through Bly Mountain
Monday, June 8th, 2015Work crews are straightening out and widening OR140 east of Klamath Falls to help trucks and cars move more safely and more quickly.
View this complete post...Austin, TX: Road Flooding Time Lapse
Thursday, June 4th, 2015A time lapse of a low water crossing at Old Spicewood Springs Rd. May 23rd – 25th.
View this complete post...Strathmere, NJ: Protecting the Shore
Monday, June 1st, 2015Drone video from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers shows the extensive work being done to build dunes and burms along the Jersey Shore. The work is being done by the Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company.
View this complete post...Mayors Speak Up: Great Biking Means Great Cities
Friday, May 29th, 2015Mayors from around the USA speak up on behalf of bike lanes, discussing the many ways that cycling infrastructure has benefitted their communities.
View this complete post...Erie, PA: Enhancing Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety
Monday, May 25th, 2015Enhancing pedestrian and bicyclist safety on Peninsula Drive, the road to popular Presque Isle State Park in Erie, PA. Watch to learn about the improvements
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