Uses computer-generated images to explain how many devices and processes of modern technology work, covering such inventions as HDTV, game consoles, robot cars, helicopters, space probes, oil rigs, mass dampers, biometric id's, and tsunami alert systems.

"Explaining the principles of science in a lively and exciting way, the scope of subjects covered is immense--from atoms to acids, hydrogen to heat, recycling to radioactivity, single-celled organisms to sound and everything in between."--Amazon.com.

Presents an introduction to the concept of area, in simple text with illustrations, explaining what it is, how it is measured, on land and in the water, as well as explanations of different shapes.

Shares information on how to measure speed, including miles per hour, kilometers per hour, and revolutions per minute.

Delve into a host of inventions, objects and gadgets to explore the ways they work. Images and fold-out pages reveal the components of each device and how it works.

Defines volume and describes how it is measured.

Describes the different ways to measure temperature, including the different types of thermometers, the different temperatures scales, and explains how temperature measurements are used to identify body heat and weather.

Clear, accessible text--along with cutting-edge imaging that reveals the inner secrets of high-tech devices--explains all aspects of modern technology, from microchips to iPods.