technological innovations

This book details some of the many ways to put 3D printers to great use and it explains the field's best practices.

Examines the impact that changes in technology and information systems have had on city planning and design.

A collection of articles selected from the New York Times about issues surrounding energy technology.

Which innovative ideas and inventions began with the Romans? Find out how the Romans trained their soldiers, built their roads and buildings, and supplied their people with food and water. Discover how their brilliant developments in language, government, law, and entertainment still influence the way we live today.

Which innovative ideas and inventions began with the Maya? Find out how the Maya built their cities to suit the landscape and population, traded their resources, and developed a complex system of writing. Discover how their brilliant developments in farming, astronomy, and cloth-making still influence the way we live today.

Which innovative ideas and inventions began with the ancient Greeks? Find out how the ancient Greeks organized their society, trained their soldiers, used their ships for trade and transportation, and built their temples. Discover how their brilliant developments in architecture, politics, art, medicine, theater, and sports still influence the way we live today.

Which innovative ideas and inventions began with the ancient Egyptians? Find out how the ancient Egyptians built their temples and pyramids, irrigated and farmed their land, and took care of their people during life and after death. Discover how their brilliant developments in farming, papermaking, timekeeping, and medicine still influence the way we live today.

"Spiders may be creepy, but they know amazing tricks. Some species have learned to fly. Others like to hang out underwater. Spider silk is strong and flexible. Spiders use it for more than just webs. Scientists keep trying to mimic spider silk. Once they succeed, people will find many awesome uses"--Back cover.

"Examines the key discoveries and technological marvels that have changed not only our understanding of the universe, but also the ways in which we communicate every day"--Provided by publisher.

"Takes a look at the . . . technology created by NASA and how humans use that technology every day on Earth, from memory foam mattresses to GPS"--Provided by publisher.