Bibliograph

Engineering, created by Basher ; written by Tom Jackson ; illustrations, Simon Basher

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Label

Engineering, created by Basher ; written by Tom Jackson ; illustrations, Simon Basher

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

resource.interestGradeLevel

3456, Childrens Plus, Inc

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Engineering

Responsibility statement

created by Basher ; written by Tom Jackson ; illustrations, Simon Basher

Series statement

Basher science

Summary

Welcome to the world of engineering! Discover how the familiar machines and buildings in today's world are constructed, and how they function. How do scientists choose the right materials for the right job? Which scientific principles lie behind each machine or structure?

Table Of Contents

Science buffs: Motion, Force, Energy, Inertia, Pressure, Friction, Heat, Electricity, Magnetism, Nuclear energy, Light, Sound, Gravity -- Mechanical mob: Ramp, Cutter, Lever, Wheel and axle, Gears and belts, Pulley, Turbine, Screw, Pump, Hydraulics -- Design dynamos: Ergonomics, Blueprint, Prototype, CAD, 3-D printer, Artificial intelligence, Surveying -- Material marvels: Concrete, Steel, Glass, Aluminum, Plastic, Smart materials -- Master builders: Road, Dam, Arch, Dome, Bridge, Tunnel, Skyscraper -- Mega machines: Car, Plane, Submarine, Helicopter, Rocket, Space drone, Maglev -- Digital dudes: Bits and bytes, Microchip, Computer, Smart phone, GPS, Robot

Target audience

adolescent

resource.variantTitle

Basher science, Engineering

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