Text and photographs look at joint replacements, focusing on the history, the science behind the medical practices and the individuals responsible for major breakthroughs.
Presents a look at the life and career of biomechanist Mimi Koehl, providing information on her childhood, her education, and her work using engineering and physics to study the designs of living things.
Explores the differences in the mechanical workings of nature and technology and attempts to determine whether the designs of nature, such as the functions of animals; or the designs of man, such as the functions of cars; should be viewed as superior.
An exploration of the science behind motion picture production that discusses optics, acoustics, biomechanics, and electronics and includes related projects.
Presents a look at the life and career of biomechanist Mimi Koehl, providing information on her childhood, her education, and her work using engineering and physics to study the designs of living things.
Provides illustrated, step-by-step instructions for seventy-two exercises to help improve strength, power, balance, and range of motion for golfers, with tips on challenging shots and injury-prevention.
A guide to the human body and the way it works offers an accessible way to find out about the body's operating and maintenance systems, and all the key components that make this machine work so well.
