"I predict that Kasper and Feller will become a standard reference on holography for students and interested laymen." — James A. Van Allen.For most nonscientists, holograms are an intriguing — if not mesmerizing — mystery. How are these seemingly magical images created and what makes them appear to be three-dimensional? This fascinating book not only offers the answers to these and other questions about holography — it even gives step-by-step instructions so that readers can manufac...

**AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!An ode to triangles, the shape that makes our lives possible**Trigonometry is perhaps the most essential concept humans have ever devised. The simple yet versatile triangle allows us to record music, map the world, launch rockets into space, and be slightly less bad at pool. Triangles underpin our day-to-day lives and civilization as we know it.In Love Triangle, Matt Parker argues we should all show a lot more...

Star charts, step-by-step projects, photos, and more: " The Total Skywatcher's Manual is a fun book, but more importantly, it's a useful book." — Sky & TelescopeWith fully illustrated star charts, gorgeous astrophotography, and step-by-step project instruction, this is the only guide you need to navigate the night (and day) sky. Learn about the phases of the moon, how to conduct your own deep-sky observations, how the universe is expanding, our sea...

You don’t have to be an astronomer or an expert to appreciate this book. This book is perfect for beginners because everything is explained in simple terms. You will be drawn into the fundamentals about the universe, like, how did it come about; the theories surrounding it, including the much talked about Big Bang Theory; what is the Milky Way?; what is the biggest planet?; when can you expect to see the next meteor shower?Many of us ponder over the vastness of the universe and how...

Astronomy is a science as old as the stars! With The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Astronomy, Second Edition, learn:• Fascinating facts while taking a tour of our solar system, our galaxy, and beyond• Idiot-proof steps for buying and using today’s cutting-edge telescopes• Tips and tricks to guide you when exploring the skies

If you are an aspiring astronomer or someone who wishes to know more about the topic, this is the perfect book. It is not just for astronomers. Any layman or someone who is intrigued by the Universe, planets, stars and the like will be capable of understanding this bookHere Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn...Is there life on Mars after all? What have scientists discovered?Is the Milky Way heading towards a collision with another galaxy?Which galax...

Have fun exploring the stars with close-up views of space objects right from your own backyard!Take the mystery and struggle out of discovering new worlds. With hands-on tips, tricks, and instructions, this book allows you to unleash the full power of your small telescope and view amazing space objects right from your own backyard, including:• Saturn's Rings• Jupiter's Moons• Apollo 11's Landing Site• Orion Nebula• Andromeda Galaxy...

Taken from the Greek, nano means 'one billionth part of' a whole; or very, very small. Nanotechnology is the next step after miniaturization. This book explores the cutting edge of a new technology that will find usage in almost every single aspect of modern society.

Decoding the Periodic Table In the year 1809 Russian Chemist Dimitri Ivanovich Mendeleev published the first Chemical Periodic Table of the Elements. Since then scientists developed a theory that every element consists of a tightly packed mass of protons and neutrons which is surrounded by concentric spheres which are occupied by orbiting electrons. This concept is known as the Standard Model, but it is flawed, because it cannot accommodate gravity. For many decades researchers, including ...

Take Your Imagination to Another Dimension This wickedly inventive guide explores the art and science of holography and shows you how to create your own intriguing holograms using inexpensive materials. Holography Projects for the Evil Genius explains the tools and techniques you need to know to represent three dimensions on a flat, two-dimensional plane. Using easy-to-find components and equipment, this do-it-yourself book presents a wide variety of holography projects-...

The soul of Mindkind is dedicated to the proposition that humans are stranded here on Earth until such time as we, or our descendants, achieve the ability to live in peace and become strong enough to break out of the eggshell of ignorance that surrounds us.Mindkind provides some simple tools to shape and measure our universe, and it supplies a vision of a bright and peaceful future. It opens philosophical, mental and physical gateways allowing us to fly into the universe and throug...

Welcome to the fascinating world of astronomy!Part 1: Beginner’s Guide to Astronomy: Easy guide to stargazing, the latest discoveries, resources for beginners, and more!You don’t have to be an astronomer or an expert to appreciate this book. This book is perfect for beginners because everything is explained in simple terms. You will be drawn into the fundamentals about the universe, like, how did it come about; the theories surrounding it, ...