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[2018]
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"What does it take to design, create and launch a spaceship? The skills of engineers. Since the mid-twentieth century, engineers have given us spaceships, satellites, probes, land rovers and an orbiting space station. Plans for future spaceships, as well as a manned voyage to Mars, are well underway. With a focus on the principles of engineering, this resource will teach students about the astronautical engineering accomplishments of the past and...
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[2018]
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"Cruise liners, destroyers and aircraft carriers, and oil tankers are some of the massive watercraft breaking records and keeping the world economy moving and safe. This fascinating resource provides snapshots of innovative and impressive ships of the future, using these awe-inspiring vessels as an introduction to basic engineering principles. A dynamic overview of present and future seagoing giants also tackles the green and energy-efficient innovations...
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2019.
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"This title spotlights aircraft building projects for the next century and beyond, highlighting the need for sustainable, safe construction--and the indispensable element of engineering mastery and skill. Anchored in the growing STEM field, this volume will contrast the feats of the past and the present--including the materials, builders, and creative problem-solvers behind them--to champion engineering masterpieces being built today and planned for...