Ergebnis für "We" in Technik

From award-winning Financial Times journalist Sarah O’Connor, a deeply reported investigation into how AI is transforming our working lives in unpredictable ways A tsunami of change, we are told, is sweeping the economy, as robots and AI threaten to take over tasks done by humans. But while we...

Why mathematical models are so often wrong, and how we can make better decisions by accepting their limits Whether we are worried about the spread of COVID-19 or making a corporate budget, we depend on mathematical models to help us understand the world around us every day. But models aren’t a...

For millennia, humans have used one simple method to solve problems. Whether it's planting crops, building skyscrapers, developing photographs, or designing the first microchip, all creators follow the same steps to engineer progress. But this powerful method, the "engineering method", is an all but hidden process that few of us have heard of—let alone understand—but that influences every aspect of our lives.

It seems like magic when some new gadget seems to know what we want before we know ourselves. But why does some design feel intrinsically good, and why do some designs last forever, while others disappear? User Friendly guides listeners through the hidden rules governing how design shapes our behaviour, told through fascinating stories such as what the nuclear accident at Three Mile Island reveals about the logic of the smartphone; and how the pressures of the Great Depression and World War II created our faith in social progress through better product design....

The Wall Street Journal technology columnist reveals the fascinating story behind the misleadingly simple phrase shoppers take for granted—“Arriving Today”—in this eye-opening investigation into the new rules of online commerce, transportation, and supply chain management. We are at a...

Would you be surprised that road rage can be good for society? That most crashes happen on sunny, dry days? Or that you can gauge a nation’s driving behavior by its levels of corruption? These are only a few of the remarkable dynamics that Tom Vanderbilt explores in this fascinating tour...

A brilliant and defiant celebration of driving as a unique pathway of human freedom, by ""one of the most influential thinkers of our time"" (Sunday Times) ""Why We Drive weaves philosophers, thinkers, and scientific research with shade-tree mechanics and racers to defend our right to...

We is the personal account of Charles A. Lindbergh and his historic transatlantic flight from New York to Paris. Published mere months after he completed the journey, his memoir includes his thoughts about the future of aviation and his life leading up to that solo journey. Taking off from Long Island in the Spirit of St. Louis on May twentieth, less than thirty-six hours later he landed in Le Bourget Field in Paris. And over night he transformed from anonymous mail pilot to American hero. 

It is 3pm on Monday. Emily Smith is summoned to her daughter's school, an elite hothouse where pupils work under exacting standards of grades and behaviour. She is reassured that Olivia isn't in trouble, but the news is even worse - her child is missing. A minibus carrying the swim team never...

Navigate the high-stakes battle between climate change and nuclear power to uncover the truth behind our energy future. Whether you are commuting to work or seeking deep focus to understand complex global policies, this objective, urgent analysis breaks down exactly how humanity powers modern...

What can we really do about the climate emergency? The inconvenient truth is that we are causing the climate crisis with our carbon intensive lifestyles and that fixing – or even just slowing – it will affect all of us. But it can be done. In Net Zero the economist Professor Dieter Helm...

Discover the awe-striking history of technology as humanity tames raw lightning to power our modern world. Perfect for an educational commute, this inspiring narrative transforms complex physics into a high-energy story of scientific discovery. You will journey from ancient myths of thunder gods...

Uncover the gripping aviation history of human ingenuity, transforming impossible myths into soaring engineering reality. Perfect for your morning commute, this inquisitive journey explores the restless inventors, wind-tunnel tinkerers, and bold test pilots who conquered the skies. Fuel your...

Master the invisible physics fueling modern life in this highly accessible popular science guide for deeply curious minds. Whether you are enriching your daily commute or seeking mindful self-improvement, this enlightening narrative transforms intimidating concepts into vivid, everyday examples...

Master the science of space technology and satellite navigation that quietly guides your daily commute. Transform your drive into a mind-expanding journey as you uncover the invisible network of orbits and radio waves surrounding our planet. Perfect for curious listeners wanting a friendly...

Master the science of cartography and transform how you navigate the world with this educational audio journey. Perfect for your daily commute, this adventure bridges the gap between ancient parchment and the digital GPS in your pocket. You will shrink the massive globe into practical, everyday...

Demystify the everyday science of stored power to confidently navigate our tech-driven world and the energy transition. Perfect for an educational commute, this accessible guide transforms complex chemistry into intuitive, practical knowledge. Whether you are curious about the gadgets in your...

Trace the rapid evolution of additive manufacturing from a strange lab curiosity to a global technological revolution. Perfect for an educational morning commute, this inspiring narrative explores the radical shift of building objects layer by layer. Listen as engineers, garage hobbyists, and...

Unlock the everyday science of materials and engineering with this calm, beginner-friendly guide to the modern world. Whether you need an educational listen for your daily commute or just want to relax with a fascinating new subject, this approachable journey transforms complex metallurgy into...

Grasp the high-stakes renewable energy transition reshaping our global economy, climate, and daily lives before 2050. Perfect for an informative morning commute, this grounded narrative cuts through the polarizing political noise of decarbonization. Journey alongside the engineers, planners, and...