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How does a 3D printer work? What stops a skyscraper from falling over? Where does a smart phone store information?Welcome to the world of engineering! Discover how the familiar machines and buildings in today s world are constructed, and how they function. How do scientists choose the right materials for the right job? Which scientific principles lie behind each machine or structure?Basher s highly original books explain difficult scientific concepts in ingenious ways, making them tangible, understandable and even lovable. Chatty first-person text and stylish, contemporary character illustrations give a voice, personality, and story to each topic — it s a truly brilliant way to communicate science.