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The Panama Canal, a cornerstone of modern engineering and global trade, encapsulates a rich history of ambition, failure, and triumph. Initially conceived in the 16th century, its construction was first undertaken by the French in the 1880s, who were ultimately defeated by engineering challenges and tropical diseases. The United States took over in 1904, employing innovative engineering solutions to overcome these obstacles. Central to its success was the development of a lock system, a series of massive gates that lift ships over the Continental Divide, allowing them to traverse the 50-mile journey between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. This feat involved the excavation of millions of cubic yards of earth, the construction of the largest dam of its time, and the creation of Lake Gatun, an artificial lake essential for the canal's operation. The completion of the Panama Canal in 1914 not only revolutionized maritime trade by significantly shortening travel time but also stands as a testament to human ingenuity in the face of daunting challenges. #EngineeringMarvel #PanamaCanal #HistoryMeetsInnovation #GlobalTrade

???????????????? ??????????: ?????????????????? ?????? ???????? ?????????????? ???????????? (#7) For last one year, the Panama Canal is facing a formidable challenge- a challenge that threatens its immediate operations. The canal that once facilitated the transit of 35-40 ships is now reduced to just serving 24 ships a day, due to the persistent drought crisis since June 2023. ??????'?? ?????????????? ?????? ?????????????? ???? ???????? ?????????? ?????????? ????????? The Panama Canal serves as a link between the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean across the Isthmus of Panama. The construction of the canal was started by France in 1881, which was taken over by the USA in 1904. The Panama Canal was officially commissioned on August 15, 1914. Considered to be the most difficult engineering project, the Panama Canal is 50 miles long which takes about 10 hours for one transit. It is a man-made canal for which dams were built on the Charges river to create artificial lakes- Lake Gatun and Lake Madden. It works on a system of locks that lifts up the ships to the level of lakes on the entry side and lowers it on the exit. The locks are required as a mountain range runs across Panama including the canal zone. #PanamaCanal #MaritimeTrade #EngineeringMarvel #HistoricalLandmark #ClimateChange #DroughtCrisis #artificial #innovation #linkedin

The Panama Canal is such a marvel of maritime engineering, connecting two important international maritime trade routes: the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. It is estimated that shipping companies pay as much as $40,000 to $450,000 depending on some factors like vessel size and capacity to use the canal. Watch this very informative video about the Panama Canal. Summary Of The Engineering Of How The Panama Canal Works https://lnkd.in/dJeEvkTT #PanamaCanal #EngineeringMarvel #MaritimeHistory #TradeRoute #Infrastructure #Shipping #GlobalTrade #Transit #Navigation #TravelThroughHistory #waterway

The Panama Canal: A Marvel of Engineering and Human Achievement The Panama Canal is an artificial 82-kilometre waterway in Panama that connects the Atlantic Ocean with the Pacific Ocean. ?? Its necessity was born out of the desire for a shortcut between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, avoiding the treacherous journey around the tip of South America. ?? Construction began in 1904 under the leadership of the United States and was completed in 1914, forever altering global trade routes and maritime transportation. ??? Gatun Lake is a key part of the Panama Canal, providing the millions of litres of water necessary to operate its locks each time a ship passes through. Gatun Lake is an artificial freshwater lake 26 meters (85 ft) above sea level. ?? The locks themselves are marvels of hydraulic engineering, using a system of chambers to raise and lower ships as they navigate the Canal. Canal locks at each end lift ships up to Gatun Lake, and then lower the ships at the other end. ??? Because of the importance of the canal to international trade, many ships are built to the maximum size allowed in Panama Canal. ??A sad fact about the Panama Canal is that during its construction, approximately 27,500 lives were lost due to accidents, diseases, and harsh working conditions. From its inception to its ongoing role in global commerce, the Panama Canal remains a symbol of human innovation and perseverance. #panamacanal #EngineeringMarvel #globaltrade

The Panama Canal is one of the world's oldest and most valuable canals, initiated by the French but completed by the Americans. Construction began in 1904 and was completed in 1914. However, during the construction process, which involved combating diseases such as malaria and yellow fever, more than 27,500 people lost their lives. The canal provides significant time and cost savings for ships. Previously, ships had to navigate around Cape Horn to travel from New York to San Francisco, but thanks to the canal, this distance has been reduced to 9,500 km. The canal proves its importance by transporting over 140,000 ships and 203 million tons of cargo annually. One of the most remarkable engineering features of the Panama Canal is its elevation of 25 meters above sea level. To overcome this height difference, impeccable engineering was applied. Ships are first raised by 25 meters to the canal level and then lowered by the same amount to sea level. This is achieved by utilizing the principle of 'Fluid Equilibrium’. #panama #panamacanal #setransportation #maritime #transportation #maritimetransport #ocean #sea #shipdesign #shiprepair #shipbuilding

Like the Suez Canal, geotechnical engineering at its best.

How does the Panama Canal work? Stretching approximately 80 kilometers between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, this engineering marvel relies on a system of locks that operate as water lifts. These locks elevate ships from sea level, whether at the Pacific or the Atlantic, to the height of Gatun Lake, standing 26 meters above sea level. Once raised, ships navigate through the channel, crossing the Continental Divide seamlessly. #PanamaCanal #EngineeringMarvel #Logistics

What have Deepwater Horizon 2010,Grenfell 2017,Grosvenor mine 2020,Earthquake 2023 in Eastern Turkey,Boeing,Baltimore Bridge 2024 etc. have in common? They are all 'disaster events' that were inevitable in the 'system' that they occurred in. 'Accidents' will occur whatever legislation,design codes etc. are in place to protect society but there likelihood could be reduced and the consequences can be mitigated if the 'real' reasons behind them is acknowledged by society. Take the case of the Baltimore Bridge collapse,as it is the most recent case. Why was a ship of that size anywhere near the harbour infrastructure that could not handle it? Simply follow the money to find out whose interest it was in!

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August 15, 1914: Panama Canal Opens On this day in 1914, the Panama Canal officially opened, revolutionizing global maritime trade routes. The engineering feat of constructing the canal remains impressive. What do you think are the most significant engineering projects of the 21st century? #Engineering #PanamaCanal #GlobalTrade #Infrastructure