How James Watt Invented the Copier

Name: How James Watt Invented the Copier
Brand: Springer
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By René Schils

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Features 25 different scientists and the ideas which may not have made them famous, but made history¿ Typically, we remember our greatest scientists from one single invention, one new formula or one incredible breakthrough. This narrow perspective does not give justice to the versatility of many scientists who also earned a reputation in other areas of science. James Watt, for instance, is known for inventing the steam engine, yet most people do not know that he also invented the copier. Alexander Graham Bell of course invented the telephone, but only few know that he invented artificial breathing equipment, a prototype of the ¿iron lung¿. Edmond Halley, whose name is associated with the comet that visits Earth every 75 years, produced the first mortality tables, used for life insurances. This entertaining book is aimed at anyone who enjoys reading about inventions and discoveries by the most creative minds. Detailed illustrations of the forgotten designs and ideas enrich the work throughout.

Product details

Binding:

Paperback

Edition:

1

Number of Pages:

180

Release Date:

2011-12-14

Publication Date:

2011-12-14

Publisher:

Springer

Languages:

Original: English

ISBN10:

1461408598

ISBN13:

9781461408598

GPSR Manufacturer Reference:

[email protected]

Weight:

283 g

Height:

155 cm

Width:

235 cm

Thickness:

11 cm

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