Technology & Engineering
Discover a wide selection of technology and engineering books, including top-rated mechanical and software engineering textbooks,
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MoonThis title introduces the second brightest space object in Earth's sky. Readers will get to know how the moon was formed, what it is made of, and why it has phases. Filled with bright, colorful images, simple text, and QR codes loaded with extra...
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Migrants in the Digital Periphery: New Urban Frontiers of ControlAs the fortification of Europe's borders and its hostile immigration terrain has taken shape, so too have the biometric and digital surveillance industries. And when US Immigration Customs Enforcement aggressively reinforced its program of raids, detention, and family separation, it was powered by Silicon...
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Migrants in the Digital Periphery: New Urban Frontiers of ControlAs the fortification of Europe's borders and its hostile immigration terrain has taken shape, so too have the biometric and digital surveillance industries. And when US Immigration Customs Enforcement aggressively reinforced its program of raids, detention, and family separation, it was powered by Silicon...
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Marine Emergencies: For Masters and MatesAn influential guide to maritime emergencies and the current strategies that can be employed to cope with the immediate after effects and ramifications of disaster at sea. Many mariners will at some point in their maritime careers become involved in one sort of emergency...
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Make Tracks: BoatsDiscover things that go in this chunky new Make Tracks board book, and trace each vehicle's path along a new waterway In this interactive series with easy-to-use, durable sliders, your toddler can steer a sailboat, a speedboat, a jet ski, and a fishing boat!...
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Magnetic Bearings: Theory, Design, and Application to Rotating MachineryCompiling the expertise of nine pioneers of the field, Magnetic Bearings - Theory, Design, and Application to Rotating Machinery offers an encyclopedic study of this rapidly emerging field with a balanced blend of commercial and academic perspectives. Every element of the technology is examined...
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Lost Mines of Death ValleyThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...
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Inside the Metal DetectorInside the Metal Detector is the definitive book on metal detector technology and design. But it is not just a book for those wanting to understand detector design, it also offers valuable operational insight to the detectorist who wants to know more about how...
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Industrial Revolution: The Rise of the Machines (Technology and Inventions) - History Book 6th Grade Children's HistoryBefore there were machines, every product had to be done manually. Even handling of dangerous substances were done by humans without proper protection. This resulted in a lot of health problems but people didn't care because they were given jobs. So when the machines...
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Ice Giants and More Cold CuriositiesWhat is an ice giant? Readers will learn the answer in this book! They will discover the Kelvin temperature scale, fascinating facts about Uranus and Neptune, and how space probes Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 are revealing more about these cold curiosities. Readers will...
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How to Speak Machine, with a New Preface by the Author: A Gentle Introduction to Artificial IntelligenceA simple, enduring framework for understanding the complex world of AI and machine learning--updated with a new preface. As the capabilities of AI and language models like ChatGPT continue to advance, it is more important than ever to understand the implications and potential pitfalls...
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How Toilets Flush and FillToilets flush away waste to keep cities clean and people healthy. How Toilets Flush and Fill introduces the parts of a toilet and explores how they work. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features...
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How Skyscrapers Stand TallSkyscrapers allow more people to live and work in big, busy cities. How Skyscrapers Stand Tall introduces the forces these tall buildings experience and explores their strong foundations. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject....
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How Light Switches Brighten a RoomLight switches and light bulbs illuminate spaces around the world. How Light Switches Brighten a Room introduces electrical currents and explores the parts of light bulbs. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include...
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How Dams Hold Back WaterDams control the flow of rivers to prevent flooding and direct water where it is needed. How Dams Hold Back Water introduces different types of dams and explores how they work. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look...
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How Bridges Stand StrongBridges allow people and vehicles to cross over many obstacles. How Bridges Stand Strong introduces different types of bridges and explores how they stay sturdy. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a...
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How AI WorksEngineers and scientists have been developing AI since the 1950s, and it has come a long way since then! AI can now assist in everyday life, from self-driving cars to diagnosing illnesses and suggesting treatments. But how does it work? Explore the inner workings...
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High-Speed CarsLearn how high-speed cars are built to outpace ordinary cars and beat the competition every time they hit the track! High-speed cars turn heads. They impress fans and break records when they fly toward the finish lines. Learn how they perform so well in...
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Greedy Science: Creating Knowledge, Making Money, and Being Famous in the 1980sOn the transformative role of greed in global science and technology during the 1980s.In the 1980s, a transformative era emerged where profit-driven motives and an entrepreneurial spirit dominated scientific research and technological innovation. This collection of essays, edited by Michael D. Gordin and W....
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Galaxies and More Giant MarvelsWhat is a galaxy? Readers will learn the answer in this book! They will discover different types of telescopes and how their development has changed what scientists know about these giant marvels. Readers will also be introduced to other massive objects in the universe,...
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