Mahaffey unearths lost reactors on far-flung islands and finds trees that were exposed to active fission -- which then changed gender or bloomed in the dead of winter. He explains why we have nuclear submarines but not nuclear aircraft and why cold fusion does not -- and cannot …
The book begins with a brief recap of elements and molecules and then goes on to explain important concepts that characterize a chemical reaction, including Energy, Entropy, and Time. It is then organized by type of reaction including Combustion, Photosynthesis, Respiration, Oxi…
"While still on active duty in the U.S. Army during the 1980s, Colonel John B. Alexander, Ph. D. created an interagency group to explore the controversial topic of UFOs. Participants came from the Army, Navy, Air Force, CIA, NSA, DIA, and the aerospace industry. All members held…
"While still on active duty in the U.S. Army during the 1980s, Colonel John B. Alexander, Ph. D. created an interagency group to explore the controversial topic of UFOs. Participants came from the Army, Navy, Air Force, CIA, NSA, DIA, and the aerospace industry. All members held…
This fresh collection of more than 20 science projects, from hydrogen fuel cells to computer-controlled radio transmitters, is perfect for the tireless tinkerer. Innovative activities include taking detailed plant cell photographs through a microscope using a disposable camera; …
"The essential guide for data scientists and for leaders who must get more from their data science teams. The Economist boldly claims that data are now 'the world's most valuable resource.' But, as Kenett and Redman so richly describe, unlocking that value requires far more than…
The Economist boldly claims that data are now 'the world's most valuable resource.' But, unlocking that value requires far more than technical excellence. The authors explore understanding the problems, dealing with quality issues, building trust with decision makers, putting da…
This wonderful teaching resource has the reader build nine graded projects, including a cookie jar alarm, a night light, disco party lights, a digital piano, and more. All of the projects use cheap and readily-available components, with no soldering required.
"Combining science, history, and DIY pyrotechnics, this book for the workbench warrior explains humankind's most useful and paradoxical tool: fire. William Gurstelle, author of the bestselling Backyard Ballistics, presents 25 projects with instructions, diagrams, photos, and lin…
"Combining science, history, and DIY pyrotechnics, this book for the workbench warrior explains humankind's most useful and paradoxical tool: fire. William Gurstelle, author of the bestselling Backyard Ballistics, presents 25 projects with instructions, diagrams, photos, and lin…
Offers instructions on how to build artillery devices out of easy-to-find household materials, including a supersonic Ping-Pong ball shooter, a beverage bottle bazooka, and a wiffle ball launcher.
Provides instructions and plans for science projects across various disciplines, including physics, astronomy, energy, environmental science and economics.
"As a budding spy, what better way to conceal your clandestine activities than to miniaturize your secret agent arsenal? Hide a mini catapult in a breath mint tin. Turn a Tic Tac case into vest-pocket candy shooter. Or transform a milk jug cap onto a fake wristwatch that launche…
"As a budding spy, what better way to conceal your clandestine activities than to miniaturize your secret agent arsenal? Hide a mini catapult in a breath mint tin. Turn a Tic Tac case into vest-pocket candy shooter. Or transform a milk jug cap onto a fake wristwatch that launche…
