Remarkable Engineers

From Riquet to Shannon

Ioan James (University of Oxford)

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English

Cambridge University Press
25 February 2010

Mathematics & Sciences; Technology, Engineering & Agriculture; Mechanical engineering & materials; Electronics & communications engineering; Civil engineering, surveying & building; Environmental science, engineering & technology

Engineering transformed the world completely between the 17th and 21st centuries. Remarkable Engineers tells the stories of 51 of the key pioneers in this transformation, from the designers and builders of the world's railways, bridges and aeroplanes, to the founders of the modern electronics and communications revolutions. The focus throughout is on their varied life stories, and engineering and scientific detail is kept to a minimum. Engineer profiles are organized chronologically, inviting readers with an interest in engineering to follow the path by which these remarkable engineers utterly changed our lives.

By: Ioan James (University of Oxford)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 227mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 360g
ISBN: 9780521731652
ISBN 10: 0521731658
Pages: 218
Publication Date: 25 February 2010
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Ioan James is Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at the University of Oxford and has had a distinguished career as a research mathematician. In recent years he has become interested in the history and development of scientific disciplines and the scientists involved. He was elected Fellow of the Royal Society in 1968. He is also the author of Remarkable Mathematicians, Remarkable Physicists, and Remarkable Biologists, all published by Cambridge University Press.

Reviews for Remarkable Engineers: From Riquet to Shannon

'For anyone foolish enough to suggest that engineering is 'boring', this stands as a convincing repost.' Engineering and Technology ...an outstanding book.... - Optics & Photonics News