Military engineering

Ein fesselnder Bericht über eines der größten Rätsel der modernen LuftfahrtWie kann eine Boeing 777 mit 239 Menschen an Bord einfach verschwinden?

Der Band liefert eine handliche und zugleich umfassende Einführung und gliedert sich in vier wesentliche Teile.

Martin Stauber, ein nicht minder begabter Freund des Astronomen und Mathematikers Johannes Kepler, ist von frühester Jugend von allem Lebendigen fasziniert.

Wernher von Braun (1912–1977) war zeit seines Lebens von dem Traum beseelt, zum Mond zu fliegen und die dafür erforderliche Großrakete zu konstruieren.

A lucid, unexpected look at how the drone imports its bloodied legacy into contemporary art and everyday life.

In an age where anthrax can be produced in a garage and multilateral agreements among nations seem ever harder to reach, the threat of biowarfare could rapidly spiral out of control.

A fascinating look at the history and development of the revolver.

The history of the sword, the author writes in his introduction, is the history of humanity.

In addition, it covers cutting-edge tech that will soon be employed by our soldiers: missiles, small arms, biological detection systems, rockets, reconnaissance systems, radios, planes, bows and arrows (believe it or not).

From the Advanced Threat Infrared Countermeasures to the XM320 grenade launcher, this comprehensive guide profiles nearly every weapon currently in use by the U.

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Military demolitions are the destruction by fire, water, explosive, and mechanical means of areas, structures, facilities, or materials to accomplish a military objective.

This handbook reveals the techniques and tactics that make the U.

The Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) has sent U.

Carl von Clausewitzs theories of war have influenced generations of military leaders and policy makers throughout the Western world.

This handbook is perfect for those interested in joining the army as well as for those who merely want to learn how to shoot combat pistols.

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Collected here in this 4-in-1 omnibus are the most important books ever written on the art of war: 'The Art of War' by Sun Tzu; 'On War' by Carl von Clausewitz; 'The Art of War' by Niccolò Machiavelli, and 'The Art of War' by Baron De Jomini.

Collected here in one omnibus edition are Niccolò Machiavelli''s most import works, The Art of War and The Prince.

Niccolò Machiavelli considered this book his greatest achievement.

Antoine-Henri Jomini was the most celebrated writer on the Napoleonic art of war.

This is the most important book ever written about warfare and conflict.

The co-founder of Baidu explains how AI will transform human livelihood, from our economy and financial systems down to our daily lives.

Have you ever wondered why levers and pulleys make it easy to lift heavy objects?

Written by one of the foremost firearms experts of the twentieth century, Charles Edward Chapels Guns of the Old West is an exhaustively researched document that not only boasts a significant collection of antique Western guns, but also categorizes the firearms into easy-to-reference sections.

You dont need to be a trained soldier to fully appreciate this edition of the U.

das katana, ein symbol der japanischen kultur und kampfkunst, ist nicht nur ein einfaches schwert, sondern ein spiegelbild der geschichte, philosophie und handwerkskunst japans.

While most other titles on Sun Tzu emphasize the strategic or philosophical nature of Sun Tzus writings, this guide will show readers how to implement The Art of War tactically and operationally.

A first look at gunpowder's revolutionary impact on China's role in global historyThe Chinese invented gunpowder and began exploring its military uses as early as the 900s, four centuries before the technology passed to the West.

Most Americans believe that the Second World War ended because the two atomic bombs dropped on Japan forced it to surrender.

In brute-force struggles for survival, such as the two World Wars, disorganization and divisions within an enemy alliance are to one's own advantage.

An essential introduction to modern defense policyThe U.

How aggressive military strategies win wars, from ancient times to todayThe goal of war is to defeat the enemy's will to fight.

Differential Game Theory with Applications to Missiles and Autonomous Systems explains the use of differential game theory in autonomous guidance and control systems.

Differential Game Theory with Applications to Missiles and Autonomous Systems explains the use of differential game theory in autonomous guidance and control systems.

From the earliest days of aviation where the pilot would drop simple bombs by hand, to the highly agile, stealthy aircraft of today that can deliver smart ordnance with extreme accuracy, engineers have striven to develop the capability to deliver weapons against targets reliably, safely and with precision.

From the earliest days of aviation where the pilot would drop simple bombs by hand, to the highly agile, stealthy aircraft of today that can deliver smart ordnance with extreme accuracy, engineers have striven to develop the capability to deliver weapons against targets reliably, safely and with precision.

Recent advances in ultra-high-power lasers, including the free-electron laser, and impressive airborne demonstrations of laser weapons systems, such as the airborne laser, have shown the enormous potential of laser technology to revolutionize 21st century warfare.

Recent advances in ultra-high-power lasers, including the free-electron laser, and impressive airborne demonstrations of laser weapons systems, such as the airborne laser, have shown the enormous potential of laser technology to revolutionize 21st century warfare.

The Katana, a symbol of Japanese culture and martial arts, is not merely a simple sword but a reflection of Japan's history, philosophy, and craftsmanship.

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Intrigued by hints of ';the bigger man' behind the war personality of Gen.

Technical artist and military historian George Bradford has been producing detailed drawings of armored fighting vehicles for over thirty years.