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9780761312093

Trucks, Tractors, and Cranes

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  • ISBN13:

    9780761312093

  • ISBN10:

    0761312099

  • Format: Hardcover
  • Copyright: 2000-09-01
  • Publisher: Millbrook Pr
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Summary

A wonderfully simple look at the science theory behind construction vehicles, including the key subjects of how levers work, how these vehicles are built, how their engines work, and how they are steered. Includes instructions and plans for a fully working crane model!

Table of Contents

THE SCIENCE OF MACHINES 4(277)
How do machines help us lift heavy objects?
Tracks and Stability
6(4)
All vehicles need to push against the ground. Learn about grip and build tracks for your model
Levers and Pulleys
10(8)
Find out how simple machines work. Then build a scoop and a winch for your model
Power
18(4)
Learn how diesel engines supply energy to complex modern machines, and discover how hydraulics work
Controls
22(6)
Find out how hydraulic and other systems are used on diggers, trucks, and tractors, and finish your model!
SCIENCE PRINCIPLES 28(4)
Revise the Science with a quiz and a guide a truck, tractor, and crane parts
Index and Answers 32(1)
A List of key words

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