The Things We Make: The Unknown History of Invention from Cathedrals to Soda Cans Bill Hammack

The Things We Make: The Unknown History of Invention from Cathedrals to Soda Cans Bill Hammack- Ebook Instant Download/Delivery ISBN(s): 9781728215754,1728215757,9781728215761, 1728215765

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• ISBN 10:1728215765
• ISBN 13:9781728215761
• Author: Bill Hammack

From awe-inspiring cathedrals to humble soda cans, this meticulously researched narrative unravels the stories behind our most iconic inventions. Unveiling the remarkable individuals and extraordinary events that paved the way for progress, author Bill Hammack (aka The Engineer Guy) brings to life the unsung heroes and overlooked triumphs that have transformed our lives.

Packed with captivating anecdotes and engaging storytelling, The Things We Make transcends the boundaries of traditional history books. Seamlessly blending science, engineering, and human ingenuity, Hammack’s insightful exploration sheds light on the brilliance behind the objects we often take for granted

Table contents:

Chapter 1  The Invisible Method: How to Build a Cathedral without Mathematics, Science, or a Yardstick
Chapter 2 Best: The Vitruvian Man, Kodachrome, and the Constant Search for Better
Chapter 3  Uncertainty: The Art of the Unknown and How Engineers Use It to Create Solutions
Chapter 4  Resources: From Mesopotamia to the Islamic Empire to Space—How Materials, Energy, and Knowledge Shape Everything
Chapter 5  Engineering Mindset: The Three Key Strategies That Created a Ceramic Masterpiece (and Every Other Innovation)
Chapter 6  Science: The Gold Standard for Rules of Thumb
Chapter 7  Mathematics: How Engineers Offend Mathematicians to Predict the Future
Chapter 8  Invention: The Myth of the Lone Inventor and the Race to Light the World
Chapter 9  Conclusion: What the Microwave Oven Teaches Us about Innovation, Technology, and How the Engineering Method Can Save the World

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