| Description |
128 pages : color illustrations ; 19 cm. |
| Series |
Basher science |
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Basher science.
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| Note |
"The riveting world of buildings and machines"--Cover. |
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"Based on an original concept by Toucan Books Ltd."--Title page verso. |
| Contents |
Introduction -- 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. |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Summary |
"Crammed with mega machines, breathtaking buildings, and all the technology in between, this book has the real insider view on engineering"--Provided by publisher. |
| Subject |
Engineering -- Juvenile literature.
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Building -- Juvenile literature.
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Machinery -- Juvenile literature.
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Technology -- Juvenile literature.
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Engineering.
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Building.
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Machinery.
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Mechanical engineering.
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Technology.
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Technology. (OCoLC)fst01145078
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Machinery. (OCoLC)fst01004959
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Building. (OCoLC)fst00840551
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Engineering. (OCoLC)fst00910312
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Engineering.
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| Genre/Form |
Juvenile works. (OCoLC)fst01411637
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| Added Author |
Basher, Simon, illustrator.
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| Added Title |
Engineering : the riveting world of buildings and machines! |
| ISBN |
9780753473108 (hardcover) |
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0753473100 (hardcover) |
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9780753473115 (paperback) |
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0753473119 (paperback) |
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