Book description
Everything has structure. Structure is the difference between a random pile of components and a fully functional object. Through structure the parts connect to make the whole. Natural structures vary from the very smallest part of an atom to the entire cosmology of the universe. Man-made structures include buildings, bridges, dams, ships, aeroplanes, rockets, trains, cars and fair-ground rides and all forms of artefacts, even large artistic sculptures. The wide range of different industries in which structural engineers work includes construction, transport, manufacturing, and aerospace. In this Very Short Introduction, David Blockley explores, in non-technical language, what structural engineering is all about, including examples ranging from the Shard in London and the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco to jumbo jets like the A380 and the Queen Elizabeth cruise liner. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Glyph
ListenBook's controls for looping and shuffling playback have made studying and revisiting content a breeze. The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption.
Tea Kettle
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Chuckles
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Energy
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BoomerBox
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Wooden Man
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Twisty Dew
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Troubled Pie
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Shadow Bishop
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Gold Dahlia
ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless.
Jelly Camber
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Dark Matter
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White Swan
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Pink Nightmare
The narrator's voices are so soothing β a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather round! This app's remarkable features, including audio filters and compatibility, have transformed my commutes into captivating journeys. ππ§
IdeaAlchemy
This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy β it's eye-opening. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
FireBerry
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JK Friend
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Sokol
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WittyWordsmith
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Dr. WMD
I can't believe how much time I've saved thanks to this efficient app! CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate themed listening sessions, creating a dynamic and engaging audiobook experience.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience