design and construction

How does a piece of leather become a football? Readers discover the process step by step with text and photos demonstrating each part of the process.

"A beginner-friendly collection of bot projects that can be built with common items found around the house. Begins with introductory chapters on motors, electronics, and soldering techniques before moving on to the projects, which include step-by-step instructions, photographs, and tips"--.

"When a young crow witnesses the breathtaking speed of the world's fastest bird, the peregrine falcon, he is entranced and dreams of experiencing such speed himself. Fuelled by his imagination and self-belief, he sets out to build an incredible car to go faster than any bird has gone before"--.

"Siblings Shen, Shondra, and Shontoya arrive at Ludum Omega Summer Camp with a passion for games, and Professor Zephyr is excited to teach this year's students all about the art and science of game design! What makes a game fun? What kinds of games are out there? How can designers turn an okay game into a great one? With Maker Comics: Design a Game! as your guide, you'll play and modify classic games and learn how to build and test a prototype of a new game that's all your own!"--.

Briefly examines each stage of the design and construction process of building a car.

Briefly explores the origins and history of the automobile and the environmental problems automobiles and their construction can cause, highlighting and celebrating electric cars and newer vehicles with more environmentally friendly designs and mechanics. Includes photographs and a glossary.

Looks at robots that appeared on the robot fighting competition show BattleBots.

"Anyone who has visited an amusement park has likely seen the hills and loops of a roller coaster. For those who have felt the thrill of the ride, it's often the excitement of that first drop or the speed that follows that keeps them coming back for more. But before anyone can experience the adventure of a roller coaster, a lot of hard work must go into building it. Readers of this high-interest resource will learn all about the science and mechanics behind the construction of roller coasters"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of Lonnie Johnson, an engineer at NASA who is best know for inventing the Super Soaker water gun.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to roller coasters. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.