In the last decade, car designers have turned to high technology in order to meet ever more stringent emission control and safety regulations, while meeting the demands of customers for better cars. This extensively illustrated, all-color book sets out to give the non-technically-minded reader an idea of how the systems on a modern car work, and provide answers to the questions which so often arise when talking about modern cars. Both current technology and future developments are explored to appeal to car owners who would like to know more about what goes on beneath the hood of their cars and car enthusiasts who would like to broaden their knowledge. … More >>

Car Technology Book: Modern Car Systems Explained

With the most up-to-date information on today’s motorcycles, Modern Motorcycle Technology takes readers on an in-depth exploration of the internal and external workings of motorcycles. The book begins with an overview of motorcycle technology, from a history of the vehicle to the current state of the industry. Coverage then progresses to include safety measures, engine operation, internal combustion engines, electrical fundamentals, and overall motorcycle maintenance. With a special chapter devoted to troubleshooting and a straightforward writing style for better comprehension, this book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today’s motorcycle technology field…. More >>

Modern Motorcycle Technology

A thorough, up-to-date examination of the science and practical application of superabsorbent polymers.

Modern Superabsorbent Polymer Technology takes a comprehensive look at the structure, properties, and uses of superabsorbent polymers. Prepared by editors with over 20 years of experience in the field, it offers a unified approach to polymer science technologies and examines the key interrelationships between structure, properties, behavior, and applications.

This book draws on the best and most relevant scientific papers from academia and industry, as well as numerous patents and patent applications. The result is a compact, centralized source of information on superabsorbent polymers that no polymer or chemical engineer will want to be without.

Discusses synthetic chemistry and the effects of synthesis on the structure of superabsorbent polymers
* Describes and compares industrial practices of the major manufacturers of superabsor… More >>

Modern Superabsorbent Polymer Technology

Modern Automotive Technology details the construction, operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of late-model automobiles and light trucks. This comprehensive textbook uses a building-block approach that starts with the fundamental principles of system operation and progresses gradually to complex diagnostic and service procedures. Short sentences, concise definitions, and thousands of color illustrations help students learn quickly and easily. This newly revised text provides thorough coverage of the latest developments in the automotive field, including hybrid drive systems, computer network communication, and tire pressure monitoring systems. Organized around the eight ASE automobile test areas, Modern Automotive Technology is a valuable resource for students preparing for a career in automotive technology, as well as experienced technicians who are preparing for the ASE certification tests.

The Modern Automotive Technology Shop Manual contains 178 jobs that are grouped int… More >>

Modern Automotive Technology Bundle

The Modern Automotive Technology Shop Manual contains 178 jobs that are grouped into 48 projects. Each project contains the jobs required to diagnose and service a specific automotive system or component, providing initial training for employment as an entry-level automobile technician. This comprehensive product offers complete coverage of all of the priority one (P-1) tasks and many of the priority two (P-2) and priority three (P-3) tasks specified in the 2008 NATEF Task List, making it ideal for performance-based instruction. Full color is used throughout this manual to improve the educational value of each photograph and illustration. The NATEF Standards Job Sheets are correlated to the 2008 NATEF Task List…. More >>

Modern Automotive Technology Shop Manual