Encyclopaedia of Technology (Vols 1 to 5 Set)

Contents: Vol. I. Applied Science and Technology: Preface. 1. Artificial intelligence: an applied science. 2. Brain-computer interface and computer science. 3. Electronics engineering. 4. Computing. 5. Energy. 6. Environmental technology. 7. Materials science. 8. Nanotechnology. 9. Nuclear technology and microtechnology. 10. Solar power. 11. Ceramic engineering. 12. Engineering physics. Bibliography. Index. 

Vol. II. Industrial Technology: Preface. 1. Industrial engineering and technology. 2. Industry: an overview. 3. Chemical industry. 4. Agricultural and allied industries. 5. Manufacturing industry. 6. Construction industry. 7. Entertainment industry. 8. Healthcare industry. 9. Energy industry. Bibliography. Index. 

Vol. III. Military Technology and Equipment Technology: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Naval engineering. 3. Nuclear weapons. 4. Bomb technologies. 5. Gun: types and technologies. Bibliography. Index. 

Vol. IV. Engineering Technology: Preface. 1. Engineering technology: an introduction. 2. Major fields of engineering. 3. Architectural and construction engineering. 4. Optical engineering. 5. Microengineering technology. 6. Aerospace and marine engineering technology. 7. Communication and engineering technology. Acronyms. Glossary. Index. 

Vol. V. Health and Safety Technology: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Health science. 3. Cheminformatics. 4. Biotechnology. 5. Bioinformatics. 6. Fire protection. 7. Biomedical research and engineering. 8. Pharmacology. 9. Safety engineering. 10. Sanitary engineering. 11. Health, safety, training and development. 12. Management of occupational safety, health and environment system. 13. Patient safety practices. 14. Strategic goals of safety. 15. Developing national information infrastructure. 16. Devising automated medication. 17. Information systems for health services. Bibliography. Index. 

 "Technology is a broad concept that deals with a species\' usage and knowledge of tools and crafts, and how it affects a species\' ability to control and adapt to its environment. In human society, it is a consequence of science and engineering, although several technological advances predate the two concepts. However, a strict definition is elusive; "technology" can refer to material objects of use to humanity, such as machines, hardware or utensils, but can also encompass broader themes, including systems, methods of organization, and techniques. The term can either be applied generally or to specific areas: examples include "construction technology", "medical technology", or "state-of-the-art technology".

Technology is often a consequence of science and engineering--although technology as a human activity. For example, science might study the flow of electrons in electrical conductors, by using already-existing tools and knowledge." (jacket)