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1	Physics: Principles with Applications more books like this by Douglas C Giancoli This best-selling algebra-based physics book has been widely known for its carefully crafted exposition, strong biological applications, and high degree of accuracy and precision. The Fifth Edition maintains these strengths and brings a conceptual emphasis and real-world flavor to the examples, problems, and art program. In addition, the new ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $48.99! \| SVS
2	The new way things work more books like this by David Macaulay Macaulay's enormously popular THE WAY THINGS WORK explains how a variety of mechanical items function through extremely detailed illustrations and helpful text. This updated version includes over 70 pages of new information. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $7.25! new only from $14.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	Engines of Creation: The Coming Era of Nanotechnology more books like this by Eric Drexler This work heralds the new age of nanotechnology, which will give us thorough and inexpensive control of the structure of matter. The author examines the enormous implications of these developments for medicine, the economy, and the environment, and makes astounding yet well-founded projections about the future. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.12! \| first editions
4	Applied Fluid Mechanics more books like this by Robert L Mott This popular applications-oriented approach to engineering technology fluid mechanics covers all of the basic principles of fluid mechanics--both statics and dynamics--in a clear, practical presentation that ties theory directly to real devices and systems used in chemical process industries, manufacturing, plant engineering, waste water handling ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $75.28! \| SVS
5	How in the World more books like this by Readers Digest This fascinating reference answers those "How in the world do they do that?" questions with engrossing explanations of the principles behind the most important technological achievements of the past and present. Twelve absorbing sections and over 1,200 illustrations, cover the full range of man's ingenuity, the heights of his inventiveness. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Marshall Brain's More How Stuff Works more books like this by Marshall Brain For curious readers, this new title compiles information some of the most interesting things in the world--from household appliances to martial arts. Hundreds of color illustrations. see all copies from $3.19! new only from $5.31! \| first editions
7	Fundamentals of Applied Electromagnetics more books like this by Fawwaz T Ulaby, Ph.D. Earlier and heavier emphasis on dynamics permits coverage of practical applications in communication systems, radar, optics and solid state computers. see all copies from $3.02! new only from $34.22! \| SVS
8	The Physics of Baseball more books like this by Robert K Adair A Sterling Professor at Yale examines what a baseball does when thrown or batted under certain conditions--and why. Complete with understandable charts and graphs, baseball lore, and entertaining anecdotes about players and incidents, this book will fascinate and delight fans in a whole new way. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.99! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Applied Physics more books like this by Dale Ewen "Applied Physics, Ninth Edition "(formerly "Physics for Career Education)" provides comprehensive and practical coverage of physics for students needing an applied physics approach or considering a vocational-technical career. It emphasizes physical concepts as applied to industrial-technical fields and uses common applications to improve the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $26.48! \| SVS
10	Chemistry for the Health Sciences more books like this by George I Sackheim This bestseller emphasizes the practical aspects of general, organic, and biological chemistry with numerous applications to and case histories of clinical nursing and health-related situations. Avoiding excessive math and theory, it offers thorough and uniquely diverse coverage, giving allied health professionals the chemical background necessary ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $92.33! \| first editions \| SVS
11	Formulas, methods, tips and data for home and workshop more books like this by Kenneth Malcolm Swezey see all copies from $1.99! first editions
12 view cover	The Physics of Baseball: Third Edition, Revised, Updated, and Expanded more books like this by Robert Kemp Adair A "fascinating and irresistible" ("New York Times Book Review") look at the science behind America's favorite pastime, complete with charts and graphs, baseball lore, and anecdotes about famous players. see all copies from $3.06! new only from $8.40! \| SVS
13 view cover	Contemporary Technology: Innovations, Issues, and Perspectives more books like this by Linda R. Markert Contemporary Technology is written for college and university programs in technology, as well as for general studies in technology and society. This thought-provoking text contains updated chapters on Information Technology as well as Manufacturing and Production Enterprise. Additional topics include genetic engineering, artificial intelligence, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $45.24! \| SVS
14 view cover	Fundamentals of Applied Electromagnetics, 2004 Media Edition more books like this by Fawwaz T Ulaby, Ph.D. Bridging the gap between electric circuits and electronmagnetics, Ulaby's book leads readers from familiar concepts into more advanced topics and applications. A new, interactive CD-ROM accompanying the book allows users to gain physical intuition about electromagnetics. Earlier and heavier emphasis on dynamics permits coverage of practical ... see all copies from $2.76! new only from $38.99!
15	The Way Things Work: An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Technology more books like this by C Van Amerongen A clear-cut yet entertaining look at the way a variety of machines and technological products work. Color illustrations accompany the text that explores such items as cameras, compact discs, lasers, wheelbarrows, and zippers. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $65.12! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
16	Unbounding the Future: The Nanotechnology Revolution more books like this by K Eric Drexler, Chris Peterson, Gayle Pergamit A comprehensive, easy-to-understand handbook that explains what nanotechnology is and how it will revolutionize life in the future. The world's leading expert in the field, Drexler also examines the spectacular accomplishments that might result from a breakthrough: elimination of disease and pollution. 20 illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $28.70! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	The Real Science Behind the X Files: Microbes, Meteorites, and Mutants more books like this by Anne Simon, PH.D. A professor of biochemistry examines the scientific validity of some of the more "out-there" concepts presented on the successful TV show The X-Files. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.84! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Physics for Career Education more books like this by Dale Ewen Introducing readers to basic physics in an accessible and "meaningful" manner that helps them realize the inherent importance of this useful science, "Physics for Career Education, 7/e" provides a solid foundation in physical concepts as applied to industrial-technical fields, with logically organized analyses of mechanics, matter and heat, wave ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.74!
19 view cover	How Things Work more books like this by Ian S. Graham Text and drawings explain the workings of certain everyday items including bicycles, traffic lights, and computers. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
20 view cover	War of Nerves: Chemical Warfare from World War I to Al-Qaeda more books like this by Jonathan B Tucker From an internationally recognized expert on chemical and biological warfare (author of "Scourge: The Once and Future Threat of Smallpox") comes a history of chemical weapons, including nerve agents, the most lethal means of chemical warfare. see all copies from $2.82! new only from $5.40! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Engineering Mechanics - Combined more books like this by Russell C. Hibbeler Offers a concise and thorough presentation of engineering mechanics theory and application. The material is reinforced with numerous examples to illustrate principles and imaginative, well-illustrated problems of varying degrees of difficulty. The book is committed to developing users' problem-solving skills. Features new "Photorealistc" figures ... see all copies from $6.93! new only from $68.83!
22 view cover	Pushing the Limits: New Adventures in Engineering more books like this by Henry Petroski The Bard of Engineering--author of the critically acclaimed "The Evolution of Useful Things" and "The Pencil"--turns his strikingly observant eye from small everyday objects to large feats of engineering. 28 illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Physics and the Art of Dance: Understanding Movement more books like this by Kenneth Laws, Arleen Sugano Physics and the Art of Dance gives all who enjoy dance - whether as dancers, students, teachers, or fans - an opportunity to understand what happens when human bodies move in the remarkable ways we call dance. How, for instance, do dancers create the illusion of defying gravity? Or of starting to spin when in the air with no source of force to act ... see all copies from $22.50! new only from $25.30! \| SVS
24 view cover	Scientific American Inventions from Outer Space: Everyday Uses for NASA Technology more books like this by David Baker "Scientific American" presents over 60 inventions developed by NASA for use in space and shows how they are used every day on Earth. Vividly designed spreads and clear diagrams explain how each works. Organized by subject, with cross-references. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $24.90! \| first editions
25 view cover	TechTV's Catalog of Tomorrow more books like this by Que, Que Editorial, Andrew Zolli "TechTV's Catalog of Tomorrow" offers an exciting glimpse at the new trends and technologies that will shape lives, society and the planet in the next 15-20 years. Nearly 100 topics are showcased, in a clearly written and visually arresting style that provides an overview of current and future developments, with timelines, statistics, and pointers ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions

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