{"title":"Kit Chapman","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Chapman\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the frontiers of science and technology with compelling narratives that bring complex ideas vividly to life. From the thrill of innovation in \u003cem\u003eRacing Green\u003c\/em\u003e to the cosmic forces outlined in \u003cem\u003eSuperheavy\u003c\/em\u003e, these books invite readers to journey through groundbreaking discoveries and inspiring stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect a blend of meticulous research and engaging storytelling, making advanced scientific concepts accessible without sacrificing depth. Chapman’s work appeals to anyone curious about the natural world and the future of human ingenuity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"racing-green-by-kit-chapman-9781472982162","title":"Racing Green","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRacing Green\u003c\/em\u003e is the story of how motorsport science has become smarter and more environmentally friendly, and how these developments on the track are changing the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMotor racing is the most scientifically demanding sport in the world: a combination of peak physical and mental skill, world-class mechanical nous, and technological innovation. Ideas first pioneered during races—such as ABS brakes and crash helmets—have been incorporated into car designs globally to improve racing safety. Additionally, cleaner technologies first trialled and refined in modern racing are influencing the designs of everyday vehicles, such as better electric cars and more efficient fuels and tyres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRacing Green\u003c\/em\u003e chronicles how motorsport science has transformed the world, facilitating smarter and more environmentally friendly advances. From the radical safety improvements of the 1970s to innovations like the lithium-ion battery, this book delves into the science that has transitioned from racing to the road. It examines the history of motor racing, celebrating its glories and acknowledging its tragedies, illustrating how these pivotal moments have led to significant modern advancements in car design. It also explores how motor racing is at the forefront of modern engineering, as well as human psychology and physiology, both vital in creating a winning car and driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor Kit Chapman, a lifelong motorsports enthusiast, has collaborated with Virgin Racing’s Formula E team to investigate the chemistry and material science of their racing cars. Leveraging his extensive network of industry contacts, he provides an insider's view of current breakthroughs, projecting where motorsport might lead us in the future. 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It’s the equivalent of firing six trillion bullets a second at a needle in a haystack, hoping the bullet and needle somehow fuse together, then catching it in less than a thousandth of a second – after which it’s gone forever. Welcome to the world of the superheavy elements: a realm where scientists use giant machines and spend years trying to make a single atom of mysterious artefacts that have never existed on Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the first elements past uranium, and their role in the atomic bomb, to the latest discoveries stretching the bounds of our chemical world, \u003cem\u003eSuperheavy\u003c\/em\u003e reveals the hidden stories lurking at the edges of the periodic table. Why did the US Air Force fly planes into mushroom clouds? Who won the transfermium wars? How did an earthquake help give Japan its first element? 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