|
|
| Technology / Machine
and Mechanics |
 |
Machines
From the screwdriver to the space shuttle, from the
lever to the laser, this book opens up the fascinating (and sometimes
surprising) world of machines. Devices are cut away to reveal their inner
workings, while concepts such as friction and air pressure are made simple
with the help of practical activities. ("... a wealth of valuable and
accessible information ... certainly a good addition to the library...
recommended as a Christmas present." Association for Science Education)
Ages 12-18. 8" x 10" 32 pages. Paperback.
No. BTM10-MC. Only $7.95
|
 |
Introduction to Robotics
Usborne Introductions are an exciting new approach to a whole range of
subjects. Along with a concise theoretical framework, the books are full
of informative diagrams and illustrations. They will motivate and
entertain the reader, while providing a stimulating back up to course
work. From building cars to exploring the solar system, The Usborne
Illustration to Robotics looks at the great contribution that robots have
made to industry and science through their remarkable efficiency and
ability to perform difficult and dangerous tasks. Ages 11 and up.
6.75" x 9.5" 48 pages. Paperback.
No. BTM10-RB. Only $7.95 |
 |
Energy and Power
Most of the world's energy comes from burning fossil fuels, with the
resulting much publicized-damage to the environment. This book is a clear
and comprehensive introduction to the whole subject of energy. It explains
the science of energy and shows how we produce and use energy in our daily
lives, and why burning fossil fuels causes environmental problems. With
lots of simple activities and experiments it describes the advantages and
disadvantages of alternative methods of producing energy, and the latest
technological advances. Several pages of graphs and charts showing the
different amounts of energy produced and consumed around the world
complete this useful book, which was the runner-up for the Friends of the
Earth Earthworm Book Award. (Winner of Friends of the Earth "Green
Rosette" Earthworm Book Award.) Ages 10-16. 8" x 10" 48
pages.
No. BTM10-EP. Only $8.95 |
 |
Incredible Pop-up Cross Sections
Lift a Flap
to see what astronauts wear under their space suits and
to look inside a helicopter.
Pull a Tab
and send a helicopter back to base
and launch the shuttle.
Open the Doors
of a space shuttle orbiter payload bay
of a fire engine's equipment lockers
Each page is packed with surprises! Enter Stephen Biesty's Incredible World of Cross-Sections.
Amazing giant pop-ups burst from every page, offering detailed and
dazzling views of the inner workings of each subject. "This is an
informative, funny teeming presentation..." naming Stephen Biesty's
Cross-Sections: Man-of-War as one of the Best Illustrated Books of
1993
The New York Times Ages 8-14 10.7" x 14.1" Hardback
No. BTM10-PU. Only $16.95
|
 |
Visual Dictionary of Everyday Things
More Information on
Visual Dictionaries
Here is an entirely new kind of dictionary
one that is packed with vivid photographs and thousands of names for the
components that make up familiar objects. The Visual Dictionary of
Everyday Things will give you instant access to the specialist
vocabulary used in furniture making, clock making, tailoring, bookbinding,
and manufacturing a multitude of every day objects.If you know what an
object looks like but don't know its name, then turn to the labels around
the illustrations. If you know a word but don't know what it refer to,
then the comprehensive index will direct you to illustration that bears
the name. Each subject is depicted whole in full-color photograph or
illustration. Then it is taken apart- or "exploded" and each component is
identified with carefully researched labels.
Ages 10+ 10.4" x 12.4" 64
pages Hardback
No. BTM10-VD. Only $18.95 |
| |
Expore Machines & Robotics at Einsteins-Emporium.com |
|
