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Point of View: The Most Important Question in Engineering
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01100256

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Order URL: http://worldcat.org/issn/07386826

Abstract:

The most important question, as identified by the author, applies to everything the engineering profession does—from selecting the problems that deserve attention to the thought processes for solving those problems. But is the question asked often enough today in the rush to undertake bold, complex solutions to pressing problems, although simpler solutions might be as effective at less cost—that is, good enough in practical terms?

Language:

English

Authors:

Weed, Richard M

Pagination:

pp 14-16

Publication Date:

2008-3

Serial:

TR News

Issue Number: 255
Publisher: Transportation Research Board
ISSN: 0738-6826

Media Type:

Print

Features:

Figures (2) ; Photos; References (1)

Subject Areas:

Administration and Management; Highways; I10: Economics and Administration

Files:

TRIS, TRB

Created Date:

Jun 2 2008 9:43AM

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