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....

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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....

In April 1956, a refitted oil tanker carried 58 shipping containers from Newark to Houston....

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

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....

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 User Friendly, Cliff Kuang and Robert Fabricant reveal the untold story of a paradigm that quietly rules our modern lives: the assumption that machines should anticipate what we need....

Surprising rules for successful monetization....

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

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

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

In this book, authors William McDonough and Michael Braungart challenge the notion that human industry must inevitably damage the natural world....

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....

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.

The Principles of Scientific Management by Frederick W. Taylor introduces the concept of applying scientific methods to manage labor and...

"Conquer the CWI Part C Exam: Your Guide to Passing the Certified Welding Inspector Code Book Exam" is a concise summary designed to introduce ...

Dive into the world of resin 3D printing with this no-nonsense, beginner-friendly guide that turns complex concepts into easy-to-understand instructions.

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

Autodesk Fusion 360: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users (7th Edition) is designed for instructor-led courses and self-paced ...

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

I, Wes Sander, will share the secrets of creating knives and swords that are easy to make, yet strong and sharp....

Wired magazine editor and best-selling author Chris Anderson takes you to the front lines of a new industrial revolution....

K. Eric Drexler is the founding father of nanotechnology - the science of engineering on a molecular level....