engineering design

An introduction to engineering and three women working in the field.

An introduction to how new inventions are designed.

Provides instructions for twenty-five prototype projects that help students understand and apply math and science concepts and skills to tackle real-life engineering problems.

"Engineers know that there is always more than one possible solution to a problem! This interesting title uses accessible text and relatable examples to explain how engineers test and compare different solutions to determine which solution is best"--.

"Engineers know that there is always more than one possible solution to a problem! This title uses accessible text and relatable examples to explain how engineers test and compare different solutions to determine which solution is best"--Provided by publisher.

How did a simple design error cause one of the great disasters of the 1980's--the collapse of the walkways of the Kansas City Hyatt Regency Hotel? What made a graceful and innovative Tacoma Narrows Bridge twist apart in a mild wind in 1940? How did an oversized waterlily inspire the magnificent Crystal Palace, the corwning achievement of Victorian architecture and engineering? These are some of the failures and successes that Henry Petroski examines in this engaging, wonderfully literate book.

Offers insight into the design process used by manufacturers of a variety of everyday products. Reveals the complex series of ideas involved in the production of goods ranging from toothbrushes to tollbooths.

Learn about technological design through interactive scenarios using text prediction, purpose-driven research, and creative problem solving.

Presents a study of design in everyday life, looking at the development of lightbulbs, paper cups, grocery bags, duct tape, and many other items, and discussing the continuous quest to make them perfect for their purpose.

Explores design and technical art, discussing artistic techniques, careers, and the design process; and offering related activities.