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Engineering - How Technology Works: The Facts Visually Explained (DK How Stuff Works)

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Book Synopsis: Have you ever asked yourself how the inventions, gadgets, and devices that surround us actually work? Discover the hidden workings of everyday technology with this graphic guide.

How Technology Works demystifies the machinery that keeps the modern world going, from simple objects such as zip fasteners and can openers to the latest, most sophisticated devices of the information age, including smartwatches, personal digital assistants, and driverless cars. It includes inventions that have changed the course of history, like the internal combustion engine, as well as technologies that might hold the key to our future survival, including solar cells and new kinds of farming to feed a growing population.

Throughout the book, step-by-step explanations are supported by simple and original graphics that take devices apart and show you how they work. The opening chapter explains principles that underpin lots of devices, from basic mechanics to electricity to digital technology. From there, devices are grouped by application--such as the home, transportation, and computing--making them easy to find and placing similar devices side by side.

How Technology Works is perfect for anyone who didn't have training in STEM subjects at school or is simply curious about how the modern world works.

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Have you ever wondered how the devices and gadgets that surround us actually work? With How Technology Works: The Facts Visually Explained (DK How Stuff Works), you can finally uncover the hidden mysteries behind everyday technology. This eye-opening graphic guide is perfect for those who are curious about the mechanics that keep the modern world going.

From simple objects like zip fasteners and can openers to the cutting-edge devices of the information age, such as smartwatches, personal digital assistants, and driverless cars, this book demystifies it all. By dissecting these technologies step-by-step, using clear and easy-to-understand graphics, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of how they truly work.

Not only does How Technology Works cover the inventions that have shaped our history, like the internal combustion engine, it also explores the technologies that may hold the key to our future survival, such as solar cells and innovative farming methods to feed a growing population. By delving into the fundamental principles behind various devices, from mechanics to electricity to digital technology, this book provides a holistic view of the modern world.

With its organized approach, How Technology Works categorizes devices by application, making it easy to find and compare similar technologies. Whether you're interested in learning about the technology in your home, advancements in transportation, or the workings of computing devices, this guide has got you covered.

Don't let a lack of STEM training hold you back from understanding the world we live in. How Technology Works is the perfect resource for those who didn't have the opportunity to study STEM subjects in school or for anyone who is simply captivated by the inner workings of our modern world.

Curiosity is the key to unlocking a deeper understanding of our surroundings. Start your journey today with How Technology Works and gain a new perspective on the technology that shapes our lives.

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