4 Ways Ancient Infrastructure Can Prepare Us for the Future

The video explores ancient infrastructure innovations across different civilizations. It highlights the Inca's suspension bridges in the Andes, the Nabatian water management in Petra, the Gundaj Mara's aquaculture systems in Australia, and Persian hydroengineering for climate control. These ancient techniques offer sustainable solutions for modern challenges.

What was the primary structural difference between Inca suspension bridges and Roman arch bridges?

• Inca bridges used tension, while Roman bridges used compression.

• Inca bridges were made of stone, while Roman bridges were made of wood.

• Inca bridges were built over rivers, while Roman bridges were built over roads.

• Inca bridges were shorter, while Roman bridges were longer.

How did the Nabatians ensure water flowed smoothly through their terracotta pipes?

• By using pumps.

• By using wider pipes.

• By using metal pipes.

• By using a 4-degree incline.

What was the primary purpose of the Gundaj Mara aquaculture system?

• To store rainwater.

• To transport goods.

• To manage short-finned eels.

• To irrigate crops.

What is a qanat and what was its primary use in ancient Persia?

• An underground aqueduct used for water supply.

• A wind catcher used for cooling buildings.

• A terracotta pipe used for irrigation.

• A stone bridge used for transportation.

How did ancient Persians use wind catchers in their architecture?

• To cool buildings by redirecting wind.

• To generate electricity.

• To trap animals.

• To store water.

What was the function of a yakchal in ancient Persia?

• To grind grain.

• To house livestock.

• To catch fish.

• To store ice.

What modern material could improve the insulation of a yakchal?

• Metal.

• Glass.

• Polyurethane foam.

• Wood.