Presents facts and figures on the speediest machines in the world from automobiles, to trains, to boats.

Examines the world's fastest machines, from airplanes to elevators.

Describes some of the fastest vehicles in the world, including their top speeds, their design, and how they were built to reach top speeds.

From race cars to military aircraft, this book gives facts and figures on the fastest vehicles in the world, and shows how these extreme machines help us do jobs that ordinary slower and less powerful vehicles can't do.

University Press returns with another short and captivating book - a brief glimpse of the World's top ten fastest machines. Since the early days of the Industrial Revolution, humans have designed and built increasingly speedy machines. A 19th century rail passenger could not have imagined that humans would soon conquer the air, break the sound barrier, and travel through space at ten times the speed of a bullet. From the Bugatti Chiron, to the SR-71 Blackbird, to the Apollo 10 command module, to the L0 Series Maglev, these sophisticated machines - designed and built by some of the world's brightest minds - produce jaw-dropping speeds and inspire a sense of thrill and wonder. This short book provides a fascinating peek into the inner workings of ten of the World's fastest machines - a glimpse that you can read in about an hour.

Elaborate on the concept of forces and motion using this science inquiry card and lesson. Using vibrant, engaging images for science exploration allows all students to make connections and relate science concepts to new situations.

No aircraft ever captured the curiosity & fascination of the public like the SR-71 Blackbird. Nicknamed "The Sled" by those few who flew it, the aircraft was shrouded in secrecy from its inception. Entering the U.S. Air Force inventory in 1966, the SR-71 was the fastest, highest flying jet aircraft in the world. Now for the first time, a Blackbird pilot shares his unique experience of what it was like to fly this legend of aviation history. Through the words & photographs of retired Major Brian Shul, we enter the world of the "Sled Driver." Major Shul gives us insight on all phases of flying, including the humbling experience of simulator training, the physiological stresses of wearing a space suit for long hours, & the intensity & magic of flying 80,000 feet above the Earth's surface at 2000 miles per hour. SLED DRIVER takes the reader through riveting accounts of the rigors of initial training, the gamut of emotions experienced while flying over hostile territory, & the sheer joy of displaying the jet at some of the world's largest airshows. Illustrated with rare photographs, seen here for the first time, SLED DRIVER captures the mystique & magnificence of this most unique of all aircraft.

This engaging series is tailored to young children's interests and reading level. Lively text explains the basics of a popular subject, while intriguing facts are brought to life through detailed and informative artwork. From racecars to the most powerful speedboats and from high-velocity trains to hypersonic aircraft, this is an exhilarating introduction to the world's fastest machines. Evocative illustrations help capture the excitement of high-speed travel.

Discover fascinating facts and figures about the world's fastest ... everything! From the fastest machines to quick talkers and speedy animals, find out what makes it into the top 10 fastest.