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In-depth exploration of knife performance factors.
Ratings for toughness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance.
Micrographs of over 50 popular knife steels.
Specific heat treatments recommended for each steel.
Answers to common knife performance questions.
Insights from an experienced metallurgist.
Conversions to Celsius included for global readers.
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Comprehensive guide for building strong foundations.
Step-by-step instructions for various concrete projects.
Expert tips to avoid common construction mistakes.
Detailed illustrations simplify complex processes.
Updated methods and materials for modern construction.
Perfect for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike.
Learn about waterproofing and drainage techniques.
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Price Range: $26.87
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Comprehensive welding handbook for beginners and intermediates.
Over 400 step-by-step photos illustrating techniques.
Covers arc, MIG, TIG, and plasma welding.
Detailed troubleshooting and common faults section included.
Includes blacksmithing and workshop techniques advice.
Bonus projects for practical hands-on experience.
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Price Range: $23.24
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1500+ practice problems to enhance understanding.
4 mock exams for realistic test experience.
In-depth content reviews of core engineering principles.
Step-by-step solutions for problem-solving mastery.
Time management tips for effective studying.
Access to 35+ hours of online learning materials.
Strategies for navigating the NCEES® FE Handbook.
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Comprehensive guide for mid-range glazing techniques.
Hundreds of glaze recipes included for experimentation.
Detailed mixing and application strategies provided.
Essential firing and cooling cycle information.
Boost colors with stains, washes, and underglazes.
Achieve results comparable to high-fire glazing.
Tips for wood, salt, and soda firing techniques.
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A New York Times Bestseller
Explores everyday materials in our world
Uncovers fascinating scientific secrets
Engaging stories about common objects
Examines materials from morning routines
Reveals breakthroughs in material science
Transforms your perspective on everyday items
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Explores textiles' impact on human civilization.
Connects archaeology, economics, and cultural history.
Details ancient cloth trade and its significance.
Highlights textiles in the Renaissance and Mughal Empire.
Examines textiles' role in technology and innovation.
Reveals textiles' influence on art and architecture.
Uncovers textiles as the world's vital commodity.
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Comprehensive guide to essential welding techniques.
Safe practices for beginners and hobbyists alike.
Covers stick, TIG, MIG, and oxyfuel methods.
Tips for choosing techniques for specific projects.
Includes training resources for welding certifications.
Insights on new technologies like laser welding.
Accessible resource for DIY and educational purposes.
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Price Range: $16.07
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Step-by-step guide for designing contemporary tableware.
Illustrated techniques for hand building and throwing.
Advice on various clay materials and combinations.
Inspiration from leading designers and potters.
Tips for dishwasher and microwave-safe glazes.
Focus on practical, attractive tableware creation.
Beautiful photographs of exemplary tableware pieces.
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10
Comprehensive manual for home inspection techniques.
Updated 4th edition with expanded material.
Suitable for both beginners and professionals.
Detailed step-by-step inspection procedures included.
Heavily illustrated with photos and graphs.
Includes checklists and worksheets for easy tracking.
Written by an experienced professional home inspector.
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Compact design for on-the-job convenience.
Updated charts for common welding situations.
Covers welding symbols and definitions comprehensively.
Includes types of joints and welds.
Typical welding station configurations included.
Essential information on oxygen cylinders.
Features arc-welding and U.S metric charts.
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Explores materials that shape our man-made world.
Written by bestselling author Mark Miodownik.
Engaging tales of everyday materials and their secrets.
Winner of the Royal Society Winton Prize.
Discover why materials behave the way they do.
Transforms ordinary objects into fascinating stories.
Accessible science for curious minds of all ages.
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Material: Amazon Videos
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Comprehensive introduction to lathe metalworking.
12 skill-building turning projects included.
Beginner-friendly, no prior knowledge required.
Extensive illustrations and full working drawings.
Essential tools and equipment overview provided.
Advances from basic to advanced techniques.
Practical skills for home shop machinists.
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Price Range: $12.95
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Comprehensive guide to lathe operation.
Includes history and development of lathes.
Step-by-step setup and leveling instructions.
Detailed operation techniques for various tasks.
Profusely illustrated for easy understanding.
Essential lathe tools and their applications explained.
Perfect for beginners and experienced machinists alike.
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Price Range: $4.50
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Comprehensive guide for Aviation Maintenance Technicians.
Includes essential airframe maintenance information.
Printed in color for enhanced clarity.
Volume 1 of a two-volume series.
Supersedes previous edition FAA-H-8083-31A.
Ideal for AMT students and independent learners.
Supplemental to manufacturer's manuals and textbooks.
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Comprehensive guide to essential welding techniques.
Learn safety protocols for beginners and hobbyists.
Covers stick, TIG, MIG, and flux-core welding.
Includes oxyfuel cutting techniques and tips.
Find training for welding certifications easily.
Utilize cutting-edge welding technologies effectively.
Perfect for DIY projects or educational support.
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Price Range: $17.00
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Complete manual for electroplating techniques.
Focuses on decoration and corrosion protection.
Designed for amateurs and small workshops.
Includes diagrams and charts for clarity.
Author Jack Poyner shares valuable insights.
Classic edition remains relevant for today's makers.
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Price Range: $8.99
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Comprehensive guide for aviation maintenance technicians.
Essential for FAA certification preparation.
Covers theory and practical application methods.
Focuses on safety and regulations in aviation.
Includes updated information on human factors.
Printed in black and white format.
Companion volumes available for airframe and powerplant.
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Price Range: $28.49
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Comprehensive guide for CWI Part A exam preparation.
Covers essential welding safety and health protocols.
In-depth exploration of welding processes and applications.
Focuses on inspection techniques and weld quality evaluation.
Extensive practice questions for effective exam simulation.
Detailed answers and explanations for self-assessment.
Your ultimate companion to becoming a Certified Welding Inspector.
Price Range: $17.46
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Explores modern knife steel innovations and pioneers.
Insightful first-hand accounts from knifemakers and metallurgists.
Covers history of Damascus and super steel techniques.
Details evolution of custom knifemaking industry.
Highlights significant advancements in knife engineering.
Discusses forged vs stock removal debates.
Chronicles factory knife design advancements over decades.
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Comprehensive overview of corrosion science and engineering.
Updated coverage of latest corrosion control developments.
Emphasizes risk management in corrosion engineering.
Expanded discussions on electrochemical polarization and thermodynamics.
Focus on environmental concerns and regulations impact.
Includes examples to illustrate key concepts effectively.
Essential for students and professionals in the field.
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Price Range: $149.95
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Comprehensive understanding of masonry materials.
Explores various masonry careers and opportunities.
Emphasizes safe working practices with masonry.
Covers concrete form construction techniques.
Discusses flatwork applications in masonry.
Addresses masonry’s environmental impacts.
Essential for students pursuing masonry education.
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Price Range: $133.28
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Essential guide for home machinists.
Over 150 color photos and diagrams.
Learn to choose and install a milling machine.
Clear explanations of machine and accessory usage.
Discover options for diverse workpiece shapes.
Understand cutting methods and tool maintenance.
Navigate overwhelming machine styles and accessories.
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Explores history through textiles and cloth.
Highlights global fabric traditions and stories.
Reveals connections between fabric and cultural identity.
Showcases personal journey of grief and recovery.
Features unique fabric-making techniques worldwide.
Investigates fabric's role in human experiences.
A captivating read for textile enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $12.98
Material: Paperback – November 8, 2022
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Practical guide for blacksmiths and apprentices.
Profusely illustrated for easy understanding.
Covers essential tools and techniques.
Includes various forge types and designs.
Highly recommended for beginners in blacksmithing.
Affordable, high-quality edition available.
Features a new introduction on blacksmithing.
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Price Range: $9.99
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Comprehensive resource on tailings management fundamentals.
Contributions from over 100 world-renowned experts.
Focuses on life-cycle planning and site characterization.
Includes 42 case studies with real-world insights.
Addresses environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance.
Supports safe, responsible management of tailings facilities.
Beautifully crafted full-color handbook for easy understanding.
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Price Range: $247.78
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Comprehensive guide to semiconductor microchip manufacturing.
Illustrated explanations by an industry expert.
Covers fundamental concepts in semiconductor technology.
Detailed processes like lithography and etching.
Practical solutions for common manufacturing challenges.
Visual aids for better understanding of equipment.
Designed for professionals and students alike.
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Price Range: $91.74
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Comprehensive guide for beginner blacksmiths.
Step-by-step projects for useful tools.
Expert tips on safety and techniques.
Learn to make and maintain your forge.
Clear instructions with high-quality photography.
Essential metalworking skills for aspiring artisans.
Includes tutorials on various blacksmithing techniques.
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Price Range: $13.43
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33 detailed lessons for aspiring blacksmiths.
Step-by-step photography for clear understanding.
Focus on essential blacksmithing techniques.
Create beautiful scrolls, water leaves, and gates.
Second edition of the original 1953 manual.
Practical guide for modern craftsmanship.
Enhance skills alongside Blacksmith's Craft series.
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Comprehensive introduction to mechanics of materials.
Covers principles of equilibrium and material behavior.
Explains stress, strain, elasticity, and plasticity.
Addresses fatigue, fracture, and failure modes.
Tracks typical undergraduate engineering courses.
Includes helpful summaries and useful equations.
Essential resource for aspiring engineering students.
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Price Range: $20.25
Material: 1st Edition
