Industrial & Manufacturing

Even the smartest among us can feel inept as we fail to figure out which light switch or oven burner to turn on, or whether to push, pull, or slide a door. The Design of Everyday Things shows that good, usable design is possible....

Help transform your business and innovate like the world's top tech companies!

Under the aegis of machine learning in our data-driven machine age, computers are programming themselves and solving an extraordinary range of problems....

This practical guide explains how you can apply key principles in psychology to build products and experiences that are more intuitive and human-centered....

In this classic text, Taiichi Ohno—inventor of the Toyota Production System and Lean manufacturing—shares the genius that sets him apart as one of the most disciplined and creative thinkers of our time....

The best-selling author of Inside Steve's Brain profiles Apple's legendary chief designer, Jonathan Ive....

In Stuff Matters, Miodownik entertainingly examines the materials he encounters in a typical morning, from the steel in his razor and the graphite in his pencil to the foam in his sneakers and the concrete in a nearby skyscraper....

An illuminating tour through the manufacturing world and its seismic influence on our lives, from internationally renowned expert Tim Minshall.

With insights into the cyclical nature of innovation and the indomitable spirit of human ingenuity, Bandwidth is a powerful saga that shines a light on how history may be repeating itself as the AI, quantum, and blockchain Boom cycle is taking hold.

Surprising rules for successful monetization....

The World in a Grain is the compelling true story of the hugely important and diminishing natural resource that grows more essential every day, and of the people who mine it, sell it, build with it - and sometimes, even kill for it....

Creative Selection recounts the life of one of the few who worked behind the scenes, a highly respected software engineer who worked in the final years of the Steve Jobs era - the Golden Age of Apple....

The audio edition of this Shingo Prize-winning bestseller provides critical insights and approaches to make any lean transformation an ongoing success.

From the former president of MIT, the story of the next technology revolution and how it will change our lives....

Whether you're an aspiring or experienced welding professional, this comprehensive guide covers every critical aspect of the CWI Part A exam.

Things Fall Together provides an insider's perspective on the materials revolution that lies ahead, revealing the spectacular possibilities for designing active materials that can self-assemble, collaborate, and one day even evolve and design on their own....

A thrilling drama of man versus nature, detailing the fierce, ongoing fight against the mightiest and unlikeliest enemy: rust....

Did you ever want to start 3D printing but think it might be too difficult to learn? Do you feel that the subject matter is overly technical and possibly out of reach? Or do you believe that it would be just too complicated to even get started?

We live in a factory-made world: modern life is built on three centuries of advances in factory production, efficiency, and technology. But giant factories have also fueled our fears....

In this New Thought classic, Atkinson looks at the law of attraction in the thought world....

From the humble garden lawnmower to the ear-splitting electric guitar, James May returns with a typically wacky account of what makes these great machines work, one piece at a time....

"Conquer the CWI Part A Exam: Your Guide to Passing the Certified Welding Inspector Fundamentals Exam" is a concise and high-level resource ...

"Conquer the CWI Part B Exam: Your Guide to Passing the Certified Welding Inspector Practical Exam" is a concise summary designed to help aspiring ...

Take a tour with the author inside more than 30 world-class facilities to experience the most remarkable innovations and highly sophisticated robotics and automation in action. Capture a front-row seat to top-brand, big-budget manufacturing in action with complex machines....

Finally, we are learning that simplicity equals sanity. We’re rebelling against technology that’s too complicated, DVD players with too many menus, and software accompanied by 75-megabyte “read me” manuals....

Brimming with energy and lively examples, How Things Are Made maps the awe-inspiring global system of manufacturing that enables virtually every aspect of our existence. By making sense of this surprising and hidden world, we are able to make better choices for ourselves, our communities, and the planet.

Willkommen in der KI-Fabrik – über die neue Ausbeutung der Menschen hinter der Maschine KI ist keine bunte Wolke, die frei durch den Äther schwebt. Wer nur staunt, wie schnell die Programme lernen, lässt sich täuschen: Denn die KI erschafft sich nicht selbst – ihre Entwicklung beruht zum großen Teil auf prekärer Arbeit. Es sind Menschen wie Anita in Uganda, die für einen Autokonzern in einem stundenlangen Klick-Reigen menschliche Anzeichen für Müdigkeit kennzeichnet, während ihr selbst jede Pause verwehrt bleibt.

ISO 22301 Documentation KIT for Certification Policies, Procedures, Work Instruction, BCMS Handbook, Forms, Logs and Registers Introduction: The ISO 22301 Documentation Kit for Certification is an essential resource designed to streamline your organization's journey toward ISO 22301 certification. This comprehensive kit includes all the critical documents you need, such as policies, procedures, work instructions, quality handbooks, forms, logs, and registers. Whether you're a seasoned compliance officer or a business leader just starting, this kit will help you quickly implement, manage, ...

Transform your ideas into tangible creations with "From Sketch to Reality," an essential guide for aspiring innovators and experienced developers alike. This comprehensive eBook navigates the exhilarating journey of turning a simple sketch into a market-ready smart wearable health device. Begin with an insightful introduction to prototyping, where the importance of early-stage models becomes clear. Dive into detailed market research techniques to identify the right niche, focusing on the booming field of consumer electronics and wearable technology. Discover the secrets of ideation and ...

From Waste to Power is a groundbreaking manifesto for the future of energy, peace, and planetary healing. At the intersection of technology and diplomacy, this book reveals how the Thorium Adaptive Module Reactor (TAMR)—an advanced molten salt reactor system—can convert stockpiled nuclear waste and decommissioned warheads into clean, safe, and reliable power. Written by the team behind Adaptive Energy Systems (AES), this work outlines how the world can transition from energy insecurity and nuclear risk to a regenerative infrastructure grounded in wisdom, equity, and scientific clarity. ...