Technology & Engineering

The Line: AI and the Future of Personhood by James Boyle explores how advancements in artificial intelligence are challenging our understanding of personhood. As chatbots like ChatGPT become...

Acts of War: The Behaviour of Men in BattleThis comprehensive and thought-provoking study explores the human experience of war, delving into the psychological and emotional factors that drive...

Structured Text (ST) programming is used in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). This book provides an introduction to ST programming and covers its benefits, challenges, and best practices. With...

Next Generation Safety Leadership brings practical theory to life through real-life case studies and stories from the author's experience in high-risk industries. It provides safety leaders with a...

The Art of Welding by W. A. Vause provides an introduction to the process of welding, covering techniques for oxy-acetylene and electric arc welding, brazing, flame-cutting, and more. This book...

Practical Cattle Farming is a comprehensive guide to beef and dairy cattle farming, written by two experienced veterinarians. This new edition explores the principles of production, from the newborn...

War Hawgs: A-10s of the USAF by Don Logan This comprehensive pictorial book showcases 550 current action photographs of the A-10 Thunderbolt II, highlighting its operational history from 1997 to...

The Power of Water: A Primer for Anyone Entering the Water Industry by Peter Styles is an in-depth exploration of the UK water sector and its international applications. This comprehensive guide...

Practical Electronics: A Complete Introduction provides a thorough introduction to electronics, covering key areas in clear and concise language. Suitable for amateur hobbyists, engineering students,...

Dark Star: A New History of the Space Shuttle challenges conventional wisdom about NASA's most significant human space program. This book delves into the origins and development of the space shuttle,...

The Ultimate Pilot's Operating Handbook - Robinson R44 provides in-depth information for pilots flying or preparing to fly the Robinson R-44 helicopter. This comprehensive guide expands on the...

The Unofficial Guide to Open Broadcaster Software OBS is your comprehensive resource for mastering the world's most popular free live-streaming application. Written by Paul Richards, this guide has...

Get to know the power of geographic information systems (GIS) with this easy-to-understand guide. GIS is a technology that lets you see the world in new ways, from mapping your neighborhood to...

The LEGO BOOST Activity Book by Daniele Benedettelli is a comprehensive guide to building and coding LEGO creations with the BOOST robot kit. This full-color book provides a step-by-step introduction...

Establishing effective projects and processes within your company can be challenging using traditional methods. These approaches often lead to missed timelines and budget overruns.New project...

John Whiteside Parsons: A Life of Vision and Obsession George Pendle's biography uncovers the extraordinary life story of John Parsons, a brilliant rocket scientist whose work transformed the field...

An Agricultural Testament is a foundational text for organic farming and gardening, offering insights into the health benefits of working with nature. In this book, Sir Albert Howard shares his...

Accidents in high-tech systems are often rare events due to robust safety measures. However, they can have devastating consequences when they do occur. Understanding and preventing such accidents is...

Moonshots and Snapshots of Project Apollo presents a rare photographic history of the US manned space program's most exciting era. From 1967 to 1975, this companion volume chronicles the twelve...

The Institution of Engineering and Technology's On-Board Guide: Electrical Safety for Small Craft provides essential advice on designing, installing, testing, and maintaining electrical installations...

This comprehensive service and repair manual provides detailed instructions for maintaining and repairing your Honda MBX & MTX 125 & MTX 200 motorcycle. Written specifically for do-it-yourselfers, it...

The Unified Process Inception Phase Best Practices in Implementing the UP by Scott W. Ambler and Larry Constantine. This book is part of a four-volume series that critically reviews the Unified...

Cows and the Earth: A Story of Kinder Dairy FarmingThis is the remarkable true story of Britain's first organic farm to run entirely without animal slaughter or fossil fuels. In 1973, a young...

Hands-On VHDL An Introduction by Blaine C Readler is an interactive guide to learning VHDL programming. By working through increasingly complex projects, you'll gain hands-on experience with FPGA...

For those new to keeping poultry in urban areas, "The Urban Hen" provides essential guidance on maintaining a happy and healthy backyard flock. This practical guide covers topics such as choosing the...

Electric Motors by Jim Cox provides a comprehensive guide to the principles and characteristics of various motor types, making it an essential resource for small engineering workshop applications...

The car has had an unparalleled impact on our culture, transforming vast wealth and creating novel dreams of freedom and mobility. Its influence extends far beyond its own realm, shaping our sense of...

The Massey Ferguson 100 Series In Detail offers an in-depth look at one of the most successful tractor ranges in history. With over half a million units produced, the 135 model remains a popular...

A comprehensive textbook covering basic sheet-metal fabrication and welding engineering principles and applications. This unrivalled volume reflects current working and teaching practice, with the...

Water Diplomacy: A Negotiated Approach to Managing Complex Water Networks offers a new approach to managing water resources. By combining science, policy, and politics, this book shows how complex...

Moo's Law: An Investor's Guide to the New Agrarian Revolution by Jim Mellon is a thought-provoking exploration of the future of food production. As our world grapples with environmental concerns,...

The modern world is defined by vast digital monopolies turning ever-larger profits. Those who consume their content are farmed for advertising purposes, while those who create it struggle to survive...

Steven Johnson's How We Got to Now explores the power and legacy of great ideas that have shaped our world. From photography to refrigeration, this book delves into six essential innovations that...

Spring 1957 marked an unexpected turn for Lump, a dachshund who would become an unlikely muse for one of the world's most renowned artists. David Douglas Duncan, a photojournalist and friend to Pablo...

Get a solid understanding of reinforced concrete design with this concise guide to Eurocode 2. Patrick Purcell explains the principles of limit state design using simple worked examples, making it...

The Gadget Show: Big Book of Cool Stuff is a comprehensive hardback guide to the latest gadgets and technological innovations. Written by Craig Charles and featuring contributions from other experts...

Get a clear understanding of photonics with this comprehensive guide. Written by an expert in the field, it provides intuitive explanations of key concepts and demonstrates how they relate to...

Join Lisa Steele on a unique journey through the garden and discover how chickens and gardens can coexist. This guide provides planning strategies and tips for keeping plants safe while they grow, as...

Eugene Ferguson explores the relationship between engineering and nonverbal thinking in this thought-provoking essay. He argues that a well-rounded education in engineering should include an...

Measuring and Marking Metals by Ivan Law is a comprehensive guide to acquiring essential skills for model engineers. It explains how to use measuring equipment and mark out work, highlighting that...

Electrical Installation Calculations: Advanced provides a comprehensive guide to advanced electrical calculations, updated to reflect changes in the 18th edition of the IET Electrical Wiring...

The Inevitable: Understanding the 12 Technological Forces That Will Shape Our Future by Kevin Kelly In the next thirty years, much of what will happen is inevitable, driven by technological trends...

Henry Petroski's Invention by Design explores the complex relationships between engineers, economics, ecology, aesthetics and ethics in the design and development process. This book delves into the...

Theory And Calculation Of Transient Electric Phenomena And Oscillations by Charles Proteus Steinmetz A foundational work in the field of electrical engineering, this book explores the calculation and...

The Basic Machines and how They Work manual provides a clear and concise introduction to the fundamental principles of mechanics. Beginning with simple machines such as levers and pulleys, the text...

Genomics: How Genome Sequencing Will Change Healthcare is a comprehensive guide to understanding the science behind genomics. WIRED journalist Rachael Pells explores the practical applications of...

A compact guide to stick framing roofs is now available in pocket-sized format. Handy Formulas for Stick Framing Roofs brings together essential formulas from Will Holladay's A Roof Cutter's Secrets,...

Flowering plants and insects have evolved together over millions of years, resulting in unique ways to attract each other. Some plants have developed mechanisms to make themselves more appealing to...

Mycorrhizal Planet: How Symbiotic Fungi Work with Roots to Support Plant Health and Build Soil FertilityDiscover the vital role that mycorrhizal fungi play in supporting plant health and building...

Sheep are a popular choice for small-scale farming and homesteading due to their gentle nature and versatility. This fifth edition of Storey's Guide to Raising Sheep provides comprehensive...

The Friendly Orange Glow: The Untold Story of the Rise of Cyberculture By Brian Dear In the late 1960s and 1970s, a group of visionary engineers and designers created a computer system called PLATO...

Create Your Own Home Foundry for Custom Casting. This handy guide provides the knowledge required to get started with foundry work in your own home shop. B. Terry Aspin shares his expertise on...

Take your electronics projects to the next level with Make: More Electronics. If you've already explored the basics in Make: Electronics, this book is the perfect next step. You'll explores more...

Ranching Like a 12-Year-Old: Simple, Easy and Fun is a practical guide to improving your ranch operations. Tom Krawiec shares his expertise to help you optimize your grass, herd, and infrastructure...

The Critical Chain Implementation Handbook provides a comprehensive guide to implementing Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) with the highest probability of success and sustainability. Based on...

Wicked Problems: How to Engineer a Better World by Guru Madhavan is a thought-provoking exploration of the complex challenges facing our world. Linked chapters examine key facets of systems...

Electrical Installation Calculations: Basic is now in its 10th edition, updated to reflect changes required by the 18th edition of the IET electrical wiring regulations (BS7671:2018). This...

Instant Insights: Soil Health Indicators provides immediate access to key research on soil health indicators. This collection features four peer-reviewed literature reviews that evaluate current...

Building Beehives For Dummies provides everything you need to learn how to build some of the world's most popular hives and beekeeping accessories. With over a dozen plans included, including...

Microwave and RF Design: Amplifiers and Oscillators presents detailed strategies for designing amplifiers and oscillators in microwave engineering. This comprehensive guide is geared towards...

Get hands-on knowledge of modern radio engineering with this comprehensive guide. The third edition includes in-depth coverage of mobile base station antennas, cellular networks, SAW filters and...

Stationary steam engines were the backbone of industry during the Industrial Revolution. These quiet powerhouses provided the driving force behind manufacturing processes and other essential services...

Get a complete understanding of geodatabase concepts and how to apply them in your work. Modeling Our World provides a comprehensive survey of the geodatabase information model, updated for recent...

Coppice Agroforestry: A Comprehensive Guide to Resprout Silviculture for Sustainable Woodland Management. This in-depth guide explores the ancient practice of resprout silviculture, also known as cut...

Wise Animals: How Technology Has Made Us Who We Are by Tom Chatfield is a thought-provoking exploration of our relationship with technology. From the earliest use of tools to the development of AI,...

The Focke-Wulf Ta 183: A Photographic History By David Myhra, Schiffer Publishing Limited This photographic history features 129 mostly previously unpublished photos, three-view line drawings, and...

Construction Safety Management is an essential text for understanding the principles and practices of construction health and safety management. Written to support students on built environment...

Plastering An Encyclopaedia provides an in-depth guide to the techniques and materials used in modern plastering. This comprehensive reference is suitable for both novice and experienced plasterers,...

Design is an integral part of our daily lives, from simple tasks to complex projects. But what makes a great design? Henry Petroski argues that success often stems from failure, rather than imitation...

Get expert guidance on producing high-quality organic cereals and pulses in this comprehensive guide.Organic Cereal and Pulse Production: A Complete Guide covers various organic farming systems for...

Superconductivity: A Very Short IntroductionThis fascinating exploration of one of 20th century physics' greatest discoveries delves into the history and theories behind superconductors, explaining...

Understanding the principles behind potable water treatment is crucial for ensuring a reliable supply of clean drinking water. This comprehensive guide illustrates the link between raw water quality...

Beautiful Antique Clocks from Around the World - Descriptions, Stories, and the History of These Beautiful Clocks Republished in modern editions, this collection showcases timepieces from different...

Drones: The Complete Collection offers a comprehensive guide to becoming a proficient UAV pilot. This collection of three books provides step-by-step guides and practical advice on all aspects of...

The Natural Way of Farming: A Philosophy for Regenerative Agriculture. Masanobu Fukuoka's groundbreaking approach to farming challenges conventional wisdom and offers a radical alternative. By...

Isambard Kingdom Brunel changed the world as we know it. He was responsible for building the Great Western Railway main line, introducing regular steamship travel across the Atlantic, building the...

Help your students develop an understanding of the iterative design process and become confident designers with this comprehensive guide to the OCR GCSE Design & Technology specification.This book...

Discover a new approach to family life in the digital age. Erin Loechner explores how social media and technology are shaping our homes and relationships, and what we can do about it. She reveals...

Chicago's Environmental History: A Complex Landscape The City of Lake and Prairie offers a compelling environmental history of Chicago, exploring its unique position at the southwestern tip of Lake...

The Early Mercedes SL Cars W121, W198, W113 by Bernd S. Koehling This comprehensive guide explores the early years of the iconic Mercedes-Benz SL car model, from its development in the 1950s and...

The Citroen ZX Diesel Service and Repair Manual is a comprehensive guide for DIY enthusiasts and mechanics. This manual covers pad and shoe replacement, component overhaul, and ABS systems, providing...

The Whisky Distilleries of the United Kingdom by Alfred Barnard is a comprehensive guide to Scotland's national drink. First published in 1887, this facsimile edition features over 200 engravings...

Technology shapes our world and drives economic growth. Yet its fundamental nature has remained unclear.In this thought-provoking work, W. Brian Arthur explores the origins and evolution of...

The Great Wood of Caledon - a historic native forest in Highland Scotland with a reputation for mystery and misconception. Jim Crumley explores the darker corners of this ancient woodland,...

German Infantry Carts, Army Field Wagons, Army Sleds 1900-1945 This comprehensive guide explores the often-overlooked world of German military equipment from World War I to World War II. Featuring a...

Discover the Surprising History Behind Everyday Objects Emily Prokop's fascinating book explores the stories behind ordinary things we often take for granted. From the origins of everyday objects to...

The Haynes Manual for HM Fiat Bravo and Brava 1995 - 2000 4cyl P is a comprehensive workshop manual covering various models with 1.2 litre, 1.4 litre, 1.6 litre, and 1.8 litre petrol engines. This...

Living Off the Land: My Cornish Smallholding Dream by Lorraine Turnbull is a heartwarming and humorous memoir about one woman's journey to create her dream life in rural Cornwall. With her husband...

Construction Planning, Programming and Control provides a comprehensive introduction to the management of building projects. Balancing quality outcomes, safety standards, time and budget pressures is...

Get started with two-way radios and discover a world of possibilities. This handy guide explains how to use the right equipment, follow radio etiquette, stay legal, and communicate in emergencies...

Modern Construction Management provides a comprehensive understanding of modern business and production practices in the construction industry. This well-established textbook reflects current best...

Discover the fundamental principles of soil science with this comprehensive guide. Introduction to Soil Science covers a wide range of topics, including soil formation and classification, physical,...

Build your own secret laboratory with 30 coding and electronic projects using the BBC micro:bit. This tiny computer is surprisingly powerful and can be used to build cool things and experiment with...

The Design and Installation Guide for Roof Tiling is a comprehensive resource for pitched roofing construction using clay or concrete tiles. Written by experts from the Roof Tile Association and the...

Rudolf Steiner's lectures on agriculture, delivered in 1924, offer a unique perspective on farming and food production. At that time, industrial farming was gaining prominence, but Steiner's approach...

The Peugeot 405 (Diesel) Service & Repair Manual provides comprehensive guidance for owners and mechanics working on their Peugeot 405 diesel vehicles. Covering both saloon and estate models, this...

Car Electrical & Electronic Systems provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and working with car electrical and electronics systems. From simple circuits to complex electronic systems, this...

The Winners and Losers in the Race to Go Green by Henry Sanderson explores our increasingly complex relationship with the natural world. As we rely more heavily on finite commodities, control over...

Antenna Building Guide: A Comprehensive Resource for HAM and DIY Enthusiasts For those looking to build an antenna, this detailed guide provides clear explanations and blueprints for over 130 designs...

The potential of hydrogen in a low-carbon energy future is becoming increasingly important as climate change mitigation efforts intensify. Hydrogen can power vehicles and provide heating, while also...