02201cam a22003133u 4500 48454 UtSlPG 20260610134120.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 T Iles, George, 1852-1942 Inventors at Work, with Chapters on Discovery Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-03-10 Produced by Chris Curnow, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Inventors at Work, with Chapters on Discovery" by George Iles is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the lives and contributions of inventors and discoverers, exploring the principles behind their inventions and the impact these advancements have had on society. It serves as both an appreciation of their innovative spirit and a discussion of the scientific, mechanical, and structural principles that underlie their creations. The opening of the book introduces the theme of the vital role inventors play in elevating human existence by transforming old methods of labor into more efficient and practical solutions. Iles highlights the importance of understanding both form and substance in invention, suggesting that effective designs lead to greater efficiency and improved functionality in various structures and tools. The initial chapter sets the stage for examining how inventions have evolved, emphasizing observation, experimentation, and the interaction between materials and designs as crucial factors in the process of invention. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Inventions -- History Inventors https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48454 89293 89293