Industrial & Manufacturing

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How do today's most successful tech companies - Amazon, Google, Facebook - design, develop, and deploy the products that have earned the love of literally billions of people around the world? Find out....

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....

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

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

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

Surprising rules for successful monetization....

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....

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....

One of Michiko Kakutani's (New York Times) top 10 books of 2016. A funny thing happened on the way to the digital utopia. We've begun to fall back in love with the very analog goods and ideas the tech gurus insisted that we no longer needed....

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

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....

Combining history and science, a sweeping look at the smallest substance and the biggest challenges facing people and the planet....

From two cutting-edge data scientists comes a fascinating audiobook that helps listeners understand how intelligent machines are changing the world and how we can use this knowledge to make better decisions in our own lives....

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

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

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....

A just culture is a culture of trust, learning, and accountability. This third edition offers new material on restorative justice and ideas about why your people may be breaking rules....

As climate change becomes an international crisis, more and more industries are looking for a sound model for creating successful environmentally friendly companies, and a new generation of young leaders are eager for inspiration and guidance on creating sustainable businesses....

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....

"Conquer the HVAC Exam: Your Guide to Success in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning" is a comprehensive study guide tailored for 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....

Are you looking to learn how to MIG weld? This easy and quick read will give you all the information you really need to know to get started, in a ...

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....

Have you ever felt like making a knife and realized that reliable sources of information on bladesmithing were scarce and expensive? Listen to find out more....

The audio edition of this Shingo Prize-winning bestseller provides critical insights and approaches to make any lean transformation an ongoing success. It tells you how to implement a sustainable, successful transformation by developing a culture that has your stakeholders throughout the organizational chart involved and invested in the outcome.

Conquer the Glazier Exam: Your Guide to a Career Installing Glass in Windows, Skylights, and Other Fixtures in Buildings is a comprehensive study guide designed to help aspiring glaziers achieve certification and excel in the glazing trade. This guide covers every essential aspect of the profession, from understanding the various types of glass used in construction to mastering the skills needed to install glass safely and efficiently. With chapters on tools, materials, blueprint reading, and working with specialty glass, this book provides an in-depth look at the daily tasks of a ...

Conquer the Sheet Metal Worker Exam: Your Guide to a Career Fabricating and Installing Products Made from Thin Metal Sheets provides aspiring and experienced sheet metal workers with the knowledge and strategies needed to excel in their certification exam. This comprehensive guide covers essential topics such as materials and tools, cutting and shaping techniques, joining methods like welding and soldering, and safety standards that are crucial to the trade. Readers will also learn about specialized tasks such as fabricating ductwork for HVAC systems and installing sheet metal products in ...

Book Description for "Fundamentals of Structural Engineering: Principles, Practices, and Innovations" Master the Core Concepts and Cutting-Edge Innovations in Structural Engineering! Are you eager to understand the fundamentals of Structural Engineering and explore how modern techniques and innovations are revolutionizing the field? "Fundamentals of Structural Engineering: Principles, Practices, and Innovations" is your essential guide to mastering the art and science of designing safe, resilient, and sustainable structures. What You Will Learn: Core Principles and Techniques: Deep dive ...

Elevate your manufacturing processes with advanced quality control techniques that ensure precision, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This comprehensive guide delves into the latest methodologies and tools to help you achieve manufacturing excellence in quality management. Real-World Applications: Gain insights from detailed case studies across various industries, including automotive, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. Understand the practical application of theoretical concepts and be inspired to implement similar strategies in your organization.