The Falkirk Wheel: The coolest piece of engineering


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The Falkirk Wheel: The coolest piece of engineering

Postby PHY » June 4th, 2007, 2:29 pm

The Falkirk Wheel: The coolest piece of engineering you'll see today

The Falkirk Wheel is a rotating lift located in central Scotland which moves boats 24 meters between two canals, roughly equivalent in height to an eight storey building, using the same power as eight electric kettles. Please enjoy this beautifully produced video.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjqr6dycBcI[/youtube]
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