{"title":"Rob Thompson","description":"\u003cp\u003eRob Thompson's works delve into the intersection of design, materials, and urban development, offering insightful perspectives for professionals and enthusiasts alike. His books explore the practical and theoretical aspects of manufacturing processes and material selection, providing essential knowledge for those engaged in creative and technical fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a keen eye on contemporary urbanism, Thompson examines the evolving relationship between built environments and cultural dynamics. 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Understanding these materials properly helps designers make inspired decisions in a practical and confident manner. \u003ci\u003eThe Materials Sourcebook for Design Professionals\u003c\/i\u003e is the one-stop resource for all design professionals, providing comprehensive, accurate information about the basic materials with which they work on a daily basis, as well as a complete breakdown on new and exciting developments in high-tech materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by Rob Thompson, \u003ci\u003eThe Materials Sourcebook for Design Professionals\u003c\/i\u003e comprises six main parts on all the major 'design' material groups. These parts are then separated further into chapters that examine the properties of individual types of materials, such as 'Iron', 'Steel', and 'Aluminium'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn total, there are nearly 100 material types featured, each one supported by examples of how it can be used in a variety of industries. 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