Aerospace engineers work with different kinds of aircraft - from gliders to space shuttles. This book introduces readers to this profession. Readers learn how engineers use the principles of… More →
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Fighter planes have always been the fastest and most maneuverable military aircraft. Fighter pilots need to be aggressive and quick thinking. Air Combat follows these exciting planes into… More →
During the Golden Age of flight which followed WWI, planes were pushed beyond their limits, as pilots raced to be the first to cross oceans and continents. At home, out of work pilots gave… More →
Civil engineering is one of the oldest engineering fields. Civil engineers are involved in the design and construction of various structures, including high-rise buildings, sports stadiums,… More →
To be a spy in today's high-tech world, you've got to specialize - whether you're keeping tabs on foreign governments, fighting terrorist organizations, or stopping cyber espionage. This… More →
The first commercial flights in the 1920s, were cold, expensive, and dangerous. Today, millions of people fly safely around the world each day in comfort. Realistic illustrations and clear… More →
From the telegraph to text messages, this imaginative title is sure to have students talking! The ways in which people communicate has changed dramatically. The telephone to a cell phone, and More →
The way we communicate with others is continuously changing as technology evolves. From telephone operators to Skype, this book examines how and why communication has progressed since the… More →
Different problems need different solutions, but engineers follow the same steps to solve them. Discover the path engineers take to find new solutions or improve old ones. More →
Join the car mania! It's time to shift gears and zoom into the cutting-edge world of concept cars. Learn what a concept car is, why car companies make them, and how designers imagine and… More →
Join the car mania! It's time to take your hands off the wheel and zoom into the high-tech world of driverless cars. Learn about the first driverless cars, how sensors work together to let a… More →