Understanding Greek and Roman Technology: From Catapult to the Pantheon
The Substance of Technology—Materials
TV-PG
S1 • E2 Dec 14, 2013 30mStudy the engineering materials available in classical antiquity. First look at the simple physics of compression and tension. Then consider six specific materials: stone, wood, clay, copper, bronze, and iron. Examine how they came into use and how their properties influenced the design of technological systems.