Ian Graham

You don't have to be an aerospace engineer to know about the remarkable scientific forces at work in our universe. You don't even have to leave the planet. This noteworthy book offers otherworldly adventures through hand-on activities and an awesome colorful design. Compelling projects help reinforce essential space-science information such as data about our solar system and the theory behind the Big Bang.

Motor trucks first proved their usefulness for transporting goods during World War I. Since then, advances in technology have led to the design of different types of trucks able to carry out a vast range of tasks, from transportation and waste clearance to firefighting and high-speed racing.

Robots are machines that can be programmed to carry out a series of complex actions automatically or under the control of an operator. They come in all shapes and sizes, from mechanical arms and driverless vehicles to walking, talking, artificial people. Learn about how robots are helping humanity by doing jobs that are too dangerous for people, exploring places that humans cannot reach, and becoming our helpers and companions.

Looks at the inner workings of a selection of railroad trains, including steam trains, electric trains, heavy-duty diesel trains, and high-speed trains, in a board book with lift flaps.

Traces the history of the first automobiles through the development of supercars and muscle cars, discussing such topics as computer design, safety features, and speed records.

"Describes what life would be like without glass."-- "A world without glass is practically unimaginable. You use glass from morning till night every day, from the mirror you look in when you wash your face when you wake up to the lightbulbs that light up your home after dark. Read all about how glass is used to store food and beverages, create all kinds of electronic gadgets necessary to modern life, and even keep us warm in our homes,"--back cover....

Describes the development of airplanes over the years and provides information about various models while focusing on those characteristics which promote speed in flight.

Describes what it was like to be an astronaut on the "unlucky" 1970 Apollo 13 mission to the moon.