Like many viruses, smallpox is highly contagious. It’s also dreadful, deadly, and thanks to microscopes and modern technology-now officially eradicated. This fascinating book explains how a concerted effort to produce…

In this survival story set after an Earthquake, our main characters use science to solve problems and settle debates on how best to survive tricky situations. Page spreads include suitable…

Without underwater robots, people never would have been able to explore the shipwreck of the Titanic as much as they have. From mapping the ocean floor to testing water quality…

Robotics is already used to protect people in cities all around the United States. As robot technology continues to grow, patrolling human police officers could someday be a thing of…

Today, robots are responsible for much of military reconnaissance. Drones fly above enemy combatants or areas of interest and collect tons of information for military leaders. That’s not all they…

Examines the top ten worst earthquakes on record to hit the planet, with information on how and why they occur.

Examines the top ten worst tsunamis on record to hit the planet, with information on how and why they occur.

Oil is one of Earth’s most coveted resources, and transporting massive quantities of this product requires mammoth machinery. This information-rich book introduces readers to the different types of oil tankers…