Technology & Engineering

Understanding Radio Control with 2.4 GHz The development of radio control technology with 2.4 GHz has marked a significant revolution in the field. Once standard frequencies in model construction were in the MHz range, but modern communication technology...

Bird's Electrical and Electronic Principles and Technology is a comprehensive textbook that introduces and covers theory through detailed examples and laboratory experiments. It provides students with the knowledge required by technicians in fields such...

Understanding the NEC4 ECC Contract: A Practical Guide for the Built Environment This comprehensive handbook provides a clear and concise guide to the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract, essential for anyone working in the built environment...

Electric Motors in the Home Workshop: A Practical Guide to Methods of Utilising Readily Available Electric Motors in Typical Small Workshop Applications by Jim Cox. This book provides detailed advice on how to identify and make good use of discarded and...

Raising chickens can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience, offering a fun and sustainable way to produce eggs and meat. This comprehensive guide provides expert advice on all aspects of keeping chickens, from constructing a suitable hutch to creating...

The story of the Apollo program's lunar landings is one of human ingenuity and technological innovation. In "Digital Apollo: Human and Machine in Spaceflight", engineer-historian David Mindell explores the complex relationship between humans and...

The Wisdom of Sheep and Other Animals Observations from a Family Farm by Rosamund Young On a family farm, Rosamund Young has spent over forty years observing the intricate lives of the animals that call it home. From the affectionate to the...

Discover the story of Christopher Gabriel, a planemaker and tool seller in 18th century London, whose family business has left a lasting legacy. This book brings together various sources to create a unique insight into a small but developing business in...

Estimating and Tendering for Construction Work provides a comprehensive guide to the design-to-cost process, covering tools, controlling areas, and option appraisals. The book also explores tender planning, quantification, and resource costs, including...

Machines: A Visual History of 100 Essential MachinesThis book explores the fascinating world of machines that have shaped artisanal crafts and heritage industries. From the potter's wheel to the printing press, Dominic Chinea delves into the history and...

3D Printing For Dummies is a comprehensive guide to creating digital models and printing 3D objects. This easy-to-follow reference is perfect for both beginners and experienced users looking to learn about the latest advancements in additive...

Sustainable Materials Without the Hot Air is a comprehensive guide to reducing the amount of material used in manufacturing, while still meeting everyone's needs. The production of just five key materials - steel, aluminium, paper, plastics and cement -...

The Saab 9000 (4-cylinder) Service and Repair Manual provides comprehensive guidance for servicing and repairing your Saab 9000, covering various engine types, including the 2.0 litre and 2.3 litre 4-cylinder petrol engines. This manual is specifically...

Rya: An Introduction to Navigation by Tim Bartlett is a comprehensive guide to the art of navigation, covering the essential skills and techniques required for safe and effective navigation at sea.First published in 2009, this Royal Yachting Association...

For the Higher Engineering Science course, this comprehensive guide provides all the support you need to revise successfully and effectively. Written by the same author of the National 5 Engineering Science Study Guide, it combines topic-by-topic double...

Creating your dream home is a major project that requires expertise in various areas, from planning laws to landscape design. This book provides a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the process, covering everything from choosing and buying a plot...

The Piper Alpha disaster was one of the world's worst offshore oil disasters, with a fire visible from 70 miles away. On July 6, 1988, the oil platform was ablaze, claiming the lives of 226 men, with only 61 survivors. This book tells the story of that...

Smallholding Manual: The Complete Step-by-step Guide by Liz Shankland For those looking to downshift to a calmer pace of life, smallholding can be a rewarding way to produce healthy and fresh food. This comprehensive guide helps you make the most of your...

Get the best start in sound technology with this practical guide, perfect for new sound techs from all backgrounds and experience levels. Learn the fundamentals of operating a live sound system with clear explanations, plain instruction, and professional...

Financial Management in Construction Contracting is a comprehensive guide to the financial aspects of construction projects. Written from a contractor's perspective, the book provides a detailed insight into how construction companies manage their...

Discover the art of beekeeping mastery with this comprehensive guide to maximising honey crop yields. Written by Paul Horton, a renowned bee farmer, and Steve Donohoe, an expert in the field, this book offers a unique blend of traditional knowledge and...

The world of tomorrow is already here, in the form of transformative technologies that are changing our lives in astonishing ways. In "Soonish: Ten Emerging Technologies That'll Improve And/or Ruin Everything", Kelly and Zach Weinersmith explore the...

The Practical Guide to Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations is a comprehensive resource for anyone needing to pass City & Guilds 2391 and EAL 600/4338/6 and 600/4340/4 exams, as well as Part P courses. The book covers all...

Learn to code and create 3D-printable objects with OpenSCAD, a free and user-friendly software that enables you to design and visualize your creations instantly. This book introduces core computational thinking concepts through project-based tutorials,...

New Perspectives on Food Blanching by Felipe Richter Reis explores the advances in blanching and its impact on food. The book delves into the concepts involved in both traditional and novel blanching processes, as well as the effects of blanching on food...

The Shock of the Old challenges the conventional narrative of technological progress, revealing a more nuanced and complex history of innovation. By exploring the intersection of technology, politics, and culture, this book forces us to rethink our...

Springtime at Cannon Hall Farm is a heartwarming account of a typical spring on a South Yorkshire farm. The Nicholson family reflect on their childhood stories, testing times, and poignant memories that have shaped their lives. As the farming year...

Old Stationary Engines by D.W. Edgington Discover the fascinating world of old stationary engines, which played a vital role in powering machinery and appliances in the past. From small, home-workshop models to large-scale engines used in agriculture and...

Understanding FIDIC The Rainbow Suite by Kelvin Hughes This practical guide explains the FIDIC 2017 Red, Yellow and Silver Books, also known as "The Rainbow Suite", in straightforward terms. It covers the key elements of these widely used international...

Mandatory Competencies: A Practical Guide for RICS APC Candidates and Qualified SurveyorsThis comprehensive guide covers the essential knowledge required for RICS APC (and AssocRICS) candidates and qualified surveyors. Written by Jennifer Lemen, an...

Keeping Pigs: A Practical Guide for Smallholders is a comprehensive guide to the care and management of pigs, written from a veterinary and keeper perspective. This detailed book provides practical and achievable advice on all aspects of pig husbandry...

The Construction of Houses is a comprehensive guide to the principles and processes of domestic building construction. This sixth edition builds on the success of its predecessors, providing a broad understanding of the construction of houses and their...

Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens DemocracyCathy O'Neil's urgent and necessary book exposes the dark side of mathematical models that shape our lives. In an age where algorithms make decisions that affect our...

Wendell Berry's Bringing It to the Table explores the connection between food, farming, and our daily lives. As a farmer and writer, Berry delves into the origins of food, highlighting the importance of mindful eating and sustainable agriculture. This...

Maps are often seen as objective representations of the world, but the choices made by mapmakers can significantly alter the story they tell. Mark Monmonier's book, How to Lie with Maps, reveals the principles behind these choices and how they can be...

Get started with Arduino programming with this fully updated guide. Simon Monk's clear instruction and simple language make it easy to quickly learn and program all Arduino models using its modified C language and the Arduino IDE. The book features...

A World Without Email by Cal NewportFeeling overwhelmed by the constant stream of emails at work? This book offers a radical new vision - a world without email. Drawing on sociology, behavioural economics and fascinating case studies of thriving...

Materials Engineering, Science, Processing and Design is the essential materials engineering text and resource for students developing skills and understanding of materials properties and selection for engineering applications. It takes a unique...

Digital Electronics A Primer - Introductory Logic Circuit Design by Mark Nixon This comprehensive introduction to digital electronics explains how digital circuits are designed, from basic circuits to advanced systems. It covers combinational logic...

The British Army Guide 2016-2017 A comprehensive and authoritative guide to the British Army, this publication provides invaluable information on all aspects of British Army organization, recruitment, and training. First published in 1984, the 13th...

Beekeeping For Dummies is a comprehensive guide to the world of apiculture. With over 125,000 people in the United States alone keeping hives, it's clear that beekeeping has been a popular hobby for thousands of years. This book takes the mystery out of...

The origins of widely accepted mapping conventions are a fascinating story. This book explores how cartographers have developed their craft over the centuries, establishing a language of maps that helps us better understand the world. From map...

The Pearson REVISE BTEC National Engineering Revision Workbook is designed to help students build confidence with scaffolded practice questions and test their own knowledge and skills in advance of assessment. This workbook corresponds with the Revision...

Discover the fascinating history and diversity of British sheep breeds in this comprehensive guide.From their origins and domestication to their evolution and role in British farming, this revised edition of British Sheep Breeds explores the complex...

The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management is a comprehensive guide to real-world project management methods, tools, and techniques. With its practical, easy-to-use approach, this book provides the answers you need to manage and deliver projects...

Master the fundamentals of electrical and mechanical engineering with this comprehensive guide. Filled with helpful diagrams, photographs, and further reading, this book provides a clear and easy-to-understand introduction to the subject.From the...

The Guide to Bees & Honey is a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to start beekeeping or expand their existing colony. This fully revised and updated edition provides expert advice on all aspects of beekeeping, from planning requeening to providing...

The Very Efficient Carpenter: Basic Framing for Residential Construction by Larry Haun provides a comprehensive guide to framing a basic house efficiently. With over 35 years of production framing experience and two decades of teaching apprentices, Haun...

Guidance Note 7: Special Locations provides a comprehensive guide for those working in special locations where guidance may vary. It covers various installations and locations requiring additional measures to comply with BS 7671, a key standard for...

The IET Wiring Regulations: Explained and Illustrated provides clear guidance on simplifying the most commonly misunderstood aspects of the IET Wiring Regulations. This book focuses on areas where confusion and misinterpretation are common, such as...

Guidance Note 1: Selection & Erection provides essential guidance for those involved in the installation and inspection of electrical installations. Fully updated to reflect the latest changes in BS 7671:2018+A2:2022, this publication offers clear and...

Statistical Quality Control is a comprehensive guide to modern statistical methods for quality control and improvement. The book covers statistical process control, Six Sigma DMAIC, and SQC techniques in both industrial and non-manufacturing settings,...

This 1868 compendium of ingenious mechanisms provides a comprehensive overview of 507 small components that constitute complex machinery. The book features simple drawings on the left-hand pages, accompanied by brief descriptions of use and operation on...

Make: Electronics explores the fundamental building blocks of circuit design, introducing readers to the essential components that underpin electronic systems. The book covers resistors, capacitors, transistors, inductors, diodes, and integrated circuit...

Algorithms have become an integral part of our cultural and artistic lives, shaping our experiences and influencing our choices. From online recommendations to urban planning, these mathematical determinations have created a 'Filterworld' that governs...

Guidance Note 5: Protection Against Electric Shock provides essential safety guidance for specifiers, designers, contractors, and inspectors. The document has been updated to reflect changes in BS 7671:2018+A2:2022, including new guidance on Electric...

Beekeeping for Gardeners: A comprehensive guide to sustainable beekeeping for the modern gardener. This beautifully illustrated book shows how to create beautiful gardens that are richly rewarding for both people and bees. By incorporating flowers,...

Rooted is a deeply personal account of a revolution in British farming, exploring the challenges faced by modern farmers and the power of regenerative change.The author, Sarah Langford, recounts her own journey from city life to rural farming, where she...

Hillier's Fundamentals of Motor Vehicle Technology is a comprehensive guide to the basics of motor vehicle technology. This updated edition features full-colour photos and illustrations to enhance your understanding of key concepts. The straightforward...

The Student's Guide to the IET Wiring Regulations provides essential guidance for students studying for a career in the electrotechnical industry. This book enhances understanding of the IET Wiring Regulations, helping students navigate BS 7671 and...

The Structural Engineer's Pocket Book Eurocodes, Third Edition is a comprehensive pocket reference guide for professional and student structural engineers. It provides stripped-down basic material-tables, data, facts, formulae, and rules of thumb for...

Clicker Training for Dogs by Karen Pryor is a comprehensive guide to a revolutionary method of training that is both kind and effective. This book introduces the clicker training technique, which enables you to teach your dog a range of skills, from...

Master the fundamentals of electrical installation with this comprehensive textbook, updated to align with the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations. Written specifically for the EAL Diploma in Electrical Installation, this book provides in-depth...

The 13th edition of Chudley and Greeno's Building Construction Handbook is the definitive reference for construction students and professionals. This comprehensive guide covers the principles and processes of construction, including design, and provides...

Discover the hidden workings of everyday technology with this graphic guide. From simple objects like zip fasteners and can openers to the latest devices of the information age, including smart watches and driverless cars, this book demystifies the...

Oak-Framed Buildings is a comprehensive guide to the enduring art of timber framing. With its rich history and modern applications, this book offers a unique blend of traditional techniques and contemporary building methods. The book features 180...

Why War? A leading historian explores the enduring presence of war throughout human history, drawing on rich examples and keen insight. Richard Overy examines the major drivers and motivations of war, separating the biological, psychological, and...

Discover the world of electronics with Electronics All-in-One For Dummies. This comprehensive guide is perfect for anyone looking to explore the world of electronics, from beginners to those already familiar with the basics. You'll find step-by-step...

The Seat Leon Owners Workshop Manual is a comprehensive guide for mechanics and DIY enthusiasts. This manual covers the 1.6 litre, 1.9 litre, and 2.0 litre petrol models, including those with DSG transmission, but excludes 1.2, 1.4, and 1.8 litre petrol...

The Phantom Atlas: A Collection of Striking Antique Maps Revealing the Greatest Myths, Lies and Blunders on Maps. This fascinating book brings together a collection of antique maps that showcase the most erroneous cartography of the past. Each map is...

The Lunar Men: The Friends who Made the Future, 1730-1810 In the 1760s, a group of amateur experimenters, tradesmen, and artisans came together in the Midlands, united by their optimism and boundless enthusiasm. Led by Erasmus Darwin, they formed the...

A memoir from the front lines of firefighting, offering a unique perspective on the world of emergency response. Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, a seasoned firefighter, shares her experiences of life and death decisions, and the lessons she's learned about human...

LEGO bricks meet the world of engineering in this informative and fun guide. You'll explore how some of humanity's greatest feats of engineering work, from towering skyscrapers to powerful rockets to speeding bullet trains. Step-by-step instructions...

The Electrician's Guide to Fire Detection and Fire Alarm Systems, 3rd Edition is a comprehensive resource for those involved in designing and installing fire detection systems as part of electrical installations. It provides essential advice and guidance...

The Bee Manual: A Step-by-Step Guide to Keeping Bees For those interested in helping to recover declining bee colonies, this book provides a clear and concise introduction to the world of honey bees and the craft of beekeeping. It explains how bee...

A comprehensive revision guide for the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, providing complete coverage of the syllabus in bite-sized chunks. This portable and handy reference source is ideal for use anywhere, whether at...

The fourth edition of Quantity Surveyor's Pocket Book is a comprehensive guide for students and qualified practitioners in the quantity surveying field. It provides focused coverage of the essential data, techniques, and skills required for the role,...

Lay the foundation for a career in carpentry or joinery with this highly illustrated textbook, published in association with City & Guilds. Suitable for the 6706 Diploma and other Level 1 carpentry and joinery qualifications, it covers the essential...

This Study Guide provides a comprehensive overview of the essential skills and processes in KS3 Design & Technology, covering topics from design and development to production and industry. With full-colour diagrams and a clear, approachable style, it's...

The Haynes Chicken Manual is a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to keep chickens for food and pleasure. With no-nonsense advice and step-by-step sequences, this book provides the perfect balance of information for both novice and experienced...

This comprehensive textbook is your essential guide to the core component of your Engineering and Manufacturing T Level. Published in association with City & Guilds and EAL, it covers topics from maths and science to mechanical, electrical and electronic...

Pass your Initial and Periodic Electrical Inspection and Testing (2391) Level 3 Award exam with confidence. This study guide provides comprehensive support for learners, offering sample questions and worked-out model answers to help you understand the...

Buckle up for a whistle-stop tour of rural British traditions, as Kaleb Cooper takes you on a journey through the UK's most eccentric customs. From the Tar Barrel Festival to wassailing, Kaleb shares his unique perspective on enduring British traditions...

The Institution of Engineering and Technology's Electrician's Guide to the Building Regulations provides comprehensive guidance on the latest developments in building regulations, including third-party certification schemes and key areas such as Fire...

Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat: 'Til The Cows Come Home is a humorous and insightful look at the challenges of farming. After a first year of driving the tractor, Clarkson's farm rewarded him with a modest profit, but he knows there's still much to learn...

The On-Site Guide (BS 7671:2018+A2:2022) is a comprehensive guide to the Institution of Engineering and Technology's Wiring Regulations. This updated publication incorporates the latest changes, including amendments to Electric Vehicle Charging...

This book is a culturally important work that has been selected by scholars for its significance. It is now in the public domain in the United States and possibly other nations, making it freely available for copying and distribution.Preserving and...

The Book of the Farm by Henry Stephens A foundational work in the history of business and economics, this book has been selected for its cultural importance and is now in the public domain. Scholars believe it is essential to preserve and make available...

Resurrecting vintage air conditioning in your classic car is a challenging task, but with the right knowledge, it's achievable. Rob Siegel's guide, Just Needs a Recharge: The Hack Mechanic Guide to Vintage Air Conditioning, provides a comprehensive...

Andrew Feenberg's Critical Theory of Technology has become a cornerstone of the philosophy of technology, and this new edition of Tyler J. Veak's work builds on that foundation. The contributors to this volume explore the relationship between technology...

The White Paper by Satoshi Nakamoto Published on the tenth anniversary of its release, this groundbreaking document provides a comprehensive guide to blockchain technology, the underlying system that has transformed the way we think about money and...

The Hand-Sculpted House: A Practical and Philosophical Guide to Building a Cob Cottage This book offers a unique approach to building, one that has been used for centuries in Europe, particularly in rainy and windy climates. The authors explore the...

This concise guide provides a thorough introduction to the engineering background of modern communication systems, covering topics from mobile phones to data compression and storage. With a focus on practical applications, the authors introduce key...

The M-1 Helmet: A Comprehensive Study of Post-World War II Production This book presents a thorough examination of the history and development of the M-1 Helmet, a crucial piece of military equipment produced in the aftermath of World War II. Through...

This comprehensive Workshop Guide covers the Rolls-Royce 25/30 model, including its development and the history of the Barker bodied Sports Saloon. The book also provides practical advice on repair, maintenance, and servicing, accompanied by over 100...

Electric Power Transmission and Distribution is a comprehensive textbook for students of B.Tech and B.E. Electrical Engineering, covering a wide range of topics in a single volume. The book is divided into two main sections, the first dealing with power...

Basic Reliability: An Introduction to Reliability EngineeringThis comprehensive guide to Reliability Engineering is written by Nicholas Summerville, a seasoned expert with over 15 years of experience in the field. Summerville brings his knowledge to life...

The Wehrmacht's Automotive Arsenal This book provides a detailed look at the cars used by the Wehrmacht during World War II. From design and development to their operational use, the various models and their roles in the war effort are examined. The...

Build a Piece of Maritime History with Your Own Model Boat The menhaden steamer, a type of offshore fishing boat, played a significant role in the fishing industry of the eastern United States during the 20th century. With its diesel or steam engine,...

Fortress Europe: The Atlantic Wall Guns provides a detailed look at the large caliber artillery used by the German Wehrmacht along northern France during World War II. The book explores the massive emplacements, ammunition, and fire-control devices used...