Books with title How Much Does the Earth Weigh

Have you ever wondered... How many sheets of paper can be produced from a single tree? Why do FM radio stations end in an odd number? What causes a sonic boom? Where is the world's fastest computer located? If you've ever scratched your head and thought, why?," you'll love How Much Does the Earth Weigh? With more than 100 of the most popular questions culled from the intriguing "Question of the Day" segment of HowStuffWorks.com, this fun book answers questions you never even thought to ask. Written in Marshall Brain's award-winning style, this book explains in language you can understand the complexities behind some of the world's imponderables. You'll never look at a light socket, gas pump, or Web page the same way again!

A good read for bicyclers, engineers, and mechanics. This book shows the processes and methods used to create a special purpose bicycle at home. Projects range from the simple recumbent bicycle for the beginner to the world's fastest most efficient tandem. Illustrated with CAD generated drawings. Subjects include materials and their mechanical properties, welding and how to jig up a frame, tandems, child carrying, remote steering, trailers and battery powered bikes. A good resource for anyone who has always wanted a custom bicycle and wants to invest sweat equity into the project. Special emphasis on those special purpose bikes needed to live the automobile free lifestyle.