SuitabookHow technology works
The book explains the science and workings of machines, gadgets and systems, using examples from mobile phones and games consoles to space planes.
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Chris Woodford - Author
Jon Woodcock - Author
This is an illustrated guide to how technology works, spanning everyday gadgets and larger systems. Its focus is on showing inner workings and explaining the science and invention behind them.
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Sign in for personalised guidanceThis is an illustrated guide to how technology works, spanning everyday gadgets and larger systems. Its focus is on showing inner workings and explaining the science and invention behind them.
The book explains the science and workings of machines, gadgets and systems, using examples from mobile phones and games consoles to space planes.
The subjects range from familiar devices to specialised examples such as a hydrogen-fuelled car and an earthquake-proofed office building. Consider whether that breadth suits your child’s interests.
This is a grounded book brief while Suitabook strengthens the analysis: the current material supports only a cautious reading; another book-specific source is still needed.
Anything not established here remains open; it is not being treated as absent or safe.