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Full of fascinating information and colorful graphics the pages reveal the science behind how many of today's machines work.Full of fascinating information and colorful graphics the pages reveal the science behind how many of today's machines work.
How does a train stay on the tracks? What's going on inside a pogo stick? How do cranes work? And what happens when you flush a toilet? These and many more important questions are answered in this fascinating book. From toasters and telephones to hovercrafts and robots - the inner workings of machines big and small are brought to light using a stunning mix of cross-sections, close-ups and cutaways.