Small things considered : why there is no perfect design /
By: Petroski, Henry
Material type: BookPublisher: New York : Vintage Books, 2004, c2003.Edition: 1st Vintage Books ed.Description: 288 p. : ill ; 21 cm.ISBN: 9781400032938 (pbk.); 1400032938Program: MEMSubject(s): Engineering design | Engineering designDDC classification: 620/.0042 Online resources: Location Map
Summary:
Presents a study of design in everyday life, looking at the development of lightbulbs, paper cups, grocery bags, duct tape, and many other items, and discussing the continuous quest to make them perfect for their purpose.
Item type | Home library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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REGULAR | University of Wollongong in Dubai Main Collection | 620.0042 PE SM (Browse shelf) | Available | T0029180 |
Total holds: 0
Includes bibliographical references (p. 247-272) and index.
Presents a study of design in everyday life, looking at the development of lightbulbs, paper cups, grocery bags, duct tape, and many other items, and discussing the continuous quest to make them perfect for their purpose.
Adult
MEM