Summary: We often think that people from a thousand years ago were living in the Dark Ages. But from the 7th century onward in Muslim civilization there were amazing advances and inventions that still influence our everyday lives. People living in the Muslim world saw what the Egyptians, Chinese, Indians, Greek, and Romans had discovered and spent the next one thousand years adding new developments and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 297.2 ONEKeppeler, Jill
Summary: "Life without a phone is so hard to imagine! Without the ability to call our friends, family, or even emergency services, life would certainly be much more difficult. Through accessible, fun-size facts, readers of this STEM-supporting book will learn how the invention of the telephone came about, how it transformed rapidly over the years, and how it can truly be said to have changed the world....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 621.385 KEPBodden, Valerie
Summary: 3-D Printers are a Modern Engineering Marvel! In this engaging title, readers will explore the history of printers, from punch cards, dot matrix, ink jet and laser all the way to today's 3-D printing! Charles Hull and his development of 3D layered plastic printing is featured, and a colorful infographic shows how a 3-D printer works. See the benefits of 3-D printing such as custom prosthetics...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2018
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Summary: Self-driving cars are a Modern Engineering Marvel! In this engaging title, readers will explore the history of cars from early steam-powered wagons to toady's luxury sedans. The father of Self-Driving Cars, Sebastian Thrun, is featured, and a colorful infographic shows how a Google Car works. Readers will learn about advancements in computer technology that made cars more automated and how car...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.2 ZUCGregory, Josh
Summary: "Learn all about virtual reality technology, from the earliest breakthroughs to the latest advances."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 006.8 GREAbell, Tracy
Summary: Explores the fascinating world of 3D printing, including what it is, the pros and cons of using 3D printing, and what the future holds.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Focus Readers 2017
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 686.2 ABENewman, Lauren
Summary: "Learn all about drones, from how they were first created to how they are being used today."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Publishing 2017
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 629.133 NEWClendenan, Megan
Summary: "Did you know that lamps can be powered by glowing bacteria instead of electricity? That gloves designed like gecko feet let people climb straight up glass walls? Or that kids are finding ways to make compostable plastic out of banana peels? Biomimicry, the scientific term for when we learn from and copy nature, is a revolutionary way to look to nature for answers to environmental problems such...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Book Publishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 600 CLEClay, Kathryn
Summary: "Tiny robots include everything from a wall climbing microbot to a nanobot that goes inside the human body. Find out just what these awesome machines can do."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.8 CLAEboch, M. M.
Summary: This essential volume explores the invisible world behind wireless computer technology. From our homes and workplaces to public coffee shops, Wi-Fi has changed how we connect to the internet and how we send and receive information. The Wi-Fi story spans from the discovery of radio waves to high-speed wireless connectivity. This book covers it all in a relatable and fun way that kids will enjoy.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 004.6 EBOLeavitt, Amie Jane
Summary: With drone use soaring, remotely piloted aircraft have captured people's imaginations. Militaries, businesses, and hobbyists are continually finding new ways to use UAVs and develop their technology. Drones in some countries now deliver food and packages. Young readers will find out about exciting drone technology improvements and what they might lead to in the future.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2017
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 623.74 LEAShores, Erika L.
Summary: "Simple text and full-color photographs describe eight different robots that mimic animals and the work these robots do."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2014
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Summary: Bionic eyes are a Modern Engineering Marvel! In this engaging title, readers will explore the history of bionic eyes from early attempts to use electricity to aid vision to the development of computer chips that led to eye and brain implants. Mark Humayun and his development of the bionic eye implant is featured, and colorful infographics show eye anatomy and how implants work. See the future...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2018
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Summary: "Using the internet, we can retrieve information in mere seconds, share messages and videos just as quickly, and accomplish so much more. It has become difficult to remember a time before the internet existed! This beneficial book introduces readers to the beginnings of the internet and its evolution over time. Through interesting and at-level bite-size facts, accompanying images, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 004.67 RAJAnsberry, Karen Rohrich
Summary: "Part playful poetry, part nonfiction information, children are introduced to the unique structures of seven plants and animals and the extraordinary innovations they have inspired."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dawn Publications 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 602 ANSCorrigan, Jim
Summary: "Plants can do amazing things. They grow in the most unlikely places. They soak up sunlight for energy, and use rain, wind, and animals to spread their seeds. Some plants lure insects for food. Others can self-clean. Humans have copied many clever plant tricks. Today, scientists are placing technology inside plants. The results are awesome."-- Page [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mitchell Lane Publishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 620 CORCorrigan, Jim
Summary: "Sharks are perfect predators. These toothy fish have super senses for finding prey. We fear sharks but we also learn from them. The study of shark skin has led to many new inventions. Some species can even glow in the dark. New undersea drones swim like sharks. More discoveries await in the awesome world of sharks."-- Page [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mitchell Lane Publishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 620 CORCorrigan, Jim
Summary: "Spiders are creepy, but they know amazing tricks. Some species have learned to fly. Others like to hang out underwater. Spider silk is strong and flexible. Spiders use it for more than just webs. Scientists keep trying to mimic spider silk. Once they succeed, people will find many awesome uses."-- Page [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mitchell Lane Publishers 2021