Bibliograph

The essential engineer, why science alone will not solve our global problems, Henry Petroski

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The essential engineer, why science alone will not solve our global problems, Henry Petroski

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (p. [231]-258) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The essential engineer

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

373474478

Responsibility statement

Henry Petroski

Sub title

why science alone will not solve our global problems

Summary

Poses compelling arguments about why the scientific community must work with engineers to address the world's most pressing environmental issues, explaining how engineering can offer solutions to structural and economic challenges

Table Of Contents

Ubiquitous risk -- Engineering is rocket science -- Doctors and Dilberts -- Which comes first? -- Einstein the inventor -- Speed bumps -- Research and development -- Development and research -- Alternative energies -- Complex systems -- Two cultures -- Uncertain science and engineering -- Great achievements and grand challenges -- Prizing engineering

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