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ISBN10: 0674463684, ISBN13: 9780674463684, [publisher: Harvard University Press, United States, Cambridge, Mass] Softcover Henry Petroskis previous bestsellers have delighted readers with intriguing stories about the engineering marvels around us, from the lowly pencil to the soaring suspension bridge. In this book, Petroski delves deeper into the mystery of invention, to explore what everyday artifacts and sophisticated networks can reveal about the way engineers solve problems. Engineering entails more than knowing the way things work. What do economics and ecology, aesthetics and ethics, have to do with the shape of a paper clip, the tab of a beverage can, the cabin design of a turbojet, or the course of a river? How do the idiosyncrasies of individual engineers, companies, and communities leave their mark on projects from Velcro to fax machines to waterworks? Invention by Design offers an insiders look at these political and cultural dimensions of design and development, production and construction. Readers unfamiliar with engineering will find Petroskis enthusiasm contagious, whether the topic is the genesis of the Ziploc baggie or the averted collapse of Manhattans sleekest skyscraper. And those who inhabit the world of engineering will discover insights to challenge their customary perspective, whether their work involves failure analysis, systems design, or public relations. Written with the flair that readers have come to expect from his books, Invention by ...

ISBN10: 0674463684, ISBN13: 9780674463684, [publisher: Harvard University Press, United States, Cambridge, Mass] Softcover Henry Petroskis previous bestsellers have delighted readers with intriguing stories about the engineering marvels around us, from the lowly pencil to the soaring suspension bridge. In this book, Petroski delves deeper into the mystery of invention, to explore what everyday artifacts and sophisticated networks can reveal about the way engineers solve problems. Engineering entails more than knowing the way things work. What do economics and ecology, aesthetics and ethics, have to do with the shape of a paper clip, the tab of a beverage can, the cabin design of a turbojet, or the course of a river? How do the idiosyncrasies of individual engineers, companies, and communities leave their mark on projects from Velcro to fax machines to waterworks? Invention by Design offers an insiders look at these political and cultural dimensions of design and development, production and construction. Readers unfamiliar with engineering will find Petroskis enthusiasm contagious, whether the topic is the genesis of the Ziploc baggie or the averted collapse of Manhattans sleekest skyscraper. And those who inhabit the world of engineering will discover insights to challenge their customary perspective, whether their work involves failure analysis, systems design, or public relations. Written with the flair that readers have come to expect from his books, Invention by ...

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ISBN10: 0674463684, ISBN13: 9780674463684, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
[Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1998]

ISBN10: 0674463684, ISBN13: 9780674463684, [publisher: Harvard University Press Sep 1998] Softcover Neuware - A master explicator of the principles and processes that turn thoughts into the many things that define the material world offers an insider's look at the political and cultural dimensions of design, development, and production. 64 line illustrations. 29 halftones.
[Einbeck, Germany] [Publication Year: 1998]
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ISBN10: 0674463684, ISBN13: 9780674463684, [publisher: Harvard Univ Pr] Softcover 256 pages. 9.25x6.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.
[Exeter, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1998]

ISBN10: 0674463684, ISBN13: 9780674463684, [publisher: Harvard University Press Sep 1998] Softcover Neuware - A master explicator of the principles and processes that turn thoughts into the many things that define the material world offers an insider's look at the political and cultural dimensions of design, development, and production. 64 line illustrations. 29 halftones.
[Einbeck, Germany] [Publication Year: 1998]
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Harvard University Press, Date: 1996-09-01. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 1996. Harvard University Press ISBN 0674463684 9780674463684 [US]

Harvard University Press, Date: 2000. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,500grams, ISBN:9780674463684 2000. Harvard University Press ISBN 0674463684 9780674463684 [GB]

ISBN10: 0674463684, ISBN13: 9780674463684, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN:9780674463684
[Lincoln, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1997]

ISBN10: 0674463684, ISBN13: 9780674463684, [publisher: Harvard University Press] Softcover This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN:9780674463684
[Lincoln, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1997]

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Harvard University Press 1997 Revised ed. Trade paperback This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN: 9780674463684.