Books with author Daniel R. Faust

Most products we use every day were made using manufacturing robots. Readers will be surprised to hear how common and important robots are in the manufacturing world. This book covers the history of manufacturing robots, as well as the newest robots that are used today. The many benefits of manufacturing robots are explained, as well as controversies behind their use. Reader will learn the technology behind several manufacturing robots and how they've radically changed the way companies produce goods. Color photographs give an inside look at the jobs manufacturing robots do every day.

Everything in the universe is on the move! Motion plays a big part in our world, even when we cannot see or feel it. Young readers will discover the laws of motion and learn how they affect everything we do. From the action of sports to the thrill of amusement park rides and from the movement of the planets to the motion of the waves, students will learn why things speed up, slow down, change direction, or stop. This book introduces the revolutionary ideas of scientists such as Isaac Newton and Galileo and shows how science applies to everyday events.

This book on computer engineering is perfect for the tech-savvy reader interested in an exciting career. Readers will learn about how engineers design and construct the computer hardware people use every day. The text also highlights famous computer engineers who have made invaluable advancements in computer technology. This career integrates science, technology, engineering, and math, which makes this book a perfect fit for STEM instruction and career-based education. Information-rich text is supplemented by a graphic organizer and sidebars to ensure a strong understanding of the topic. Color photographs illustrate the information and give readers an inside look at the life of a computer engineer.

Why do objects fall toward the ground? What makes electric lights go on when we flip a switch? How do magnets work? The answers to these questions and many more become clear when you understand how electromagnetic force and gravitational force operate. This book looks at these forces and presents key concepts in an accessible way. Important theories and applications are presented in simple, age-appropriate language. Full-color photographs and primary sources provide readers with additional information.

Earth is constantly changing. However, over the last several decades, human activity has accelerated these changes around the world. Mountains, for example, may seem permanent and unchanging, but they are just as fragile as Earth's other environments. Written according to state and national STEM standards, this book explores the impact that humans have on mountain environments, from the creation of roads and ski slopes to the use of explosives to create mines. Age-appropriate text is supported by full-color photographs, fact boxes, and sidebars.

Kung fu is an exciting and popular form of martial arts. Like all martial arts, kung fu not only teaches self-defense, it also teaches confidence, concentration, and physical fitness. People have practiced kung fu for thousands of years, during which numerous styles and techniques have developed. This volume looks at the history of kung fu, from ancient China to the modern dojo. Fact boxes highlight key exercises, equipment, and important figures associated with kung fu. Full-color photographs accompany informative and accessible text that will appeal to developing and independent readers.