The Physics of Everyday Things: The Extraordinary Science

The Physics of Everyday Things: The Extraordinary Science Behind an Ordinary Day

Physics professor, bestselling author, and dynamic storyteller James Kakalios reveals the mind-bending science behind the seemingly basic things that keep our daily lives running, from our smart phones and digital â€œcloudsâ€ to x-ray machines and hybrid vehicles.
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Most of us are clueless when it comes to the physics that makes our modern world so convenient. Whatâ€™s the simple science behind motion sensors, touch screens, and toasters? How do we glide through tolls using an E-Z Pass, or find our way to new places using GPS?Â InÂ The Physics of Everyday Things, James Kakalios takes us on an amazing journey into the subatomic marvels that underlie so much of what we use and take for granted.
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Breaking down the world of things into a single day, Kakalios engages our curiosity about how our refrigerators keep food cool, how a plane manages to remain airborne, and how our wrist fitness monitors keep track of our steps. Each explanation is coupled with a story revealing the interplay of the astonishing invisible forces that surround us. Through this â€œnarrative physics,â€ The Physics of Everyday Things demonstrates thatâ€”far from the abstractions conjured by terms like the Higgs Boson, black holes, and gravity wavesâ€”sophisticated science is also quite practical. With his signature clarity and inventiveness, KakaliosÂ ignites our imaginations andÂ enthralls us with the principles that make up our lives.Â
Country USA
Manufacturer Crown
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2017-05-16
Format Kindle eBook

Country	USA
Manufacturer	Crown
Binding	Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate	2017-05-16
Format	Kindle eBook

The Physics of Everyday Things: The Extraordinary Science Behind an Ordinary Day

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