Author: Barbara Hahn
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107186803
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 239
Book Description
Places the British Industrial Revolution in global context, providing a fresh perspective on the relationship between technology and society.
Technology in the Industrial Revolution
Author: Barbara Hahn
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107186803
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 239
Book Description
Places the British Industrial Revolution in global context, providing a fresh perspective on the relationship between technology and society.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107186803
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 239
Book Description
Places the British Industrial Revolution in global context, providing a fresh perspective on the relationship between technology and society.
The Fourth Industrial Revolution
Author: Klaus Schwab
Publisher: Crown Currency
ISBN: 1524758876
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
World-renowned economist Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum, explains that we have an opportunity to shape the fourth industrial revolution, which will fundamentally alter how we live and work. Schwab argues that this revolution is different in scale, scope and complexity from any that have come before. Characterized by a range of new technologies that are fusing the physical, digital and biological worlds, the developments are affecting all disciplines, economies, industries and governments, and even challenging ideas about what it means to be human. Artificial intelligence is already all around us, from supercomputers, drones and virtual assistants to 3D printing, DNA sequencing, smart thermostats, wearable sensors and microchips smaller than a grain of sand. But this is just the beginning: nanomaterials 200 times stronger than steel and a million times thinner than a strand of hair and the first transplant of a 3D printed liver are already in development. Imagine “smart factories” in which global systems of manufacturing are coordinated virtually, or implantable mobile phones made of biosynthetic materials. The fourth industrial revolution, says Schwab, is more significant, and its ramifications more profound, than in any prior period of human history. He outlines the key technologies driving this revolution and discusses the major impacts expected on government, business, civil society and individuals. Schwab also offers bold ideas on how to harness these changes and shape a better future—one in which technology empowers people rather than replaces them; progress serves society rather than disrupts it; and in which innovators respect moral and ethical boundaries rather than cross them. We all have the opportunity to contribute to developing new frameworks that advance progress.
Publisher: Crown Currency
ISBN: 1524758876
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
World-renowned economist Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum, explains that we have an opportunity to shape the fourth industrial revolution, which will fundamentally alter how we live and work. Schwab argues that this revolution is different in scale, scope and complexity from any that have come before. Characterized by a range of new technologies that are fusing the physical, digital and biological worlds, the developments are affecting all disciplines, economies, industries and governments, and even challenging ideas about what it means to be human. Artificial intelligence is already all around us, from supercomputers, drones and virtual assistants to 3D printing, DNA sequencing, smart thermostats, wearable sensors and microchips smaller than a grain of sand. But this is just the beginning: nanomaterials 200 times stronger than steel and a million times thinner than a strand of hair and the first transplant of a 3D printed liver are already in development. Imagine “smart factories” in which global systems of manufacturing are coordinated virtually, or implantable mobile phones made of biosynthetic materials. The fourth industrial revolution, says Schwab, is more significant, and its ramifications more profound, than in any prior period of human history. He outlines the key technologies driving this revolution and discusses the major impacts expected on government, business, civil society and individuals. Schwab also offers bold ideas on how to harness these changes and shape a better future—one in which technology empowers people rather than replaces them; progress serves society rather than disrupts it; and in which innovators respect moral and ethical boundaries rather than cross them. We all have the opportunity to contribute to developing new frameworks that advance progress.
The Encyclopaedia Britannica
Author: Hugh Chisholm
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 1016
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 1016
Book Description
Science and Technology in the Industrial Revolution
Author: Albert Edward Musson
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9782881243820
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 550
Book Description
First Published in 1969. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9782881243820
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 550
Book Description
First Published in 1969. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
The Industrial Revolution for Kids
Author: Cheryl Mullenbach
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613746938
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
An NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People ILA Children's and Young Adult's Book Award—Intermediate Nonfiction 2014 VOYA Non-Fiction Honor List The Industrial Revolution for Kids introduces a time of monumental change in a "revolutionary" way. Learn about the new technologies and new forms of communication and transportation that impacted American life—through the people who invented them and the people who built, operated, and used them. In addition to wealthy industrialists such as John D. Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie and ingenious inventors such as Eli Whitney and Alexander Graham Bell, you'll learn about everyday workers, activists, and kids. The late 19th and early 20th centuries come to life through the eyes of hardworking Chinese immigrants who built the Transcontinental Railroad; activist Isaac Myers, an African American ship caulker who became a successful businessman and labor union organizer; toiling housewife Hannah Montague, who revolutionized the clothing industry with her popular detachable collars and cuffs; and many others who help tell the human stories of the Industrial Revolution. Twenty-one hands-on activities invite young history buffs to experience life and understand the changing technologies of this important era.
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613746938
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
An NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People ILA Children's and Young Adult's Book Award—Intermediate Nonfiction 2014 VOYA Non-Fiction Honor List The Industrial Revolution for Kids introduces a time of monumental change in a "revolutionary" way. Learn about the new technologies and new forms of communication and transportation that impacted American life—through the people who invented them and the people who built, operated, and used them. In addition to wealthy industrialists such as John D. Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie and ingenious inventors such as Eli Whitney and Alexander Graham Bell, you'll learn about everyday workers, activists, and kids. The late 19th and early 20th centuries come to life through the eyes of hardworking Chinese immigrants who built the Transcontinental Railroad; activist Isaac Myers, an African American ship caulker who became a successful businessman and labor union organizer; toiling housewife Hannah Montague, who revolutionized the clothing industry with her popular detachable collars and cuffs; and many others who help tell the human stories of the Industrial Revolution. Twenty-one hands-on activities invite young history buffs to experience life and understand the changing technologies of this important era.
Shaping the Future of the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Author: Klaus Schwab
Publisher: Crown Currency
ISBN: 1984822616
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
World Economic Forum Founder and Executive Chairman Klaus Schwab offers a practical companion and field guide to his previous book, The Fourth Industrial Revolution. Today, technology is changing everything--how we relate to one another, the way we work, how our economies and goverments function, and even what it means to be human. One need not look hard to see how the incredible advances in artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies, biotechnologies, and the internet of things are transforming society in unprecedented ways. But the Fourth Industrial Revolution is just beginning, says Schwab. And at a time of such tremendous uncertainty and such rapid change, he argues it's our actions as individuals and leaders that will determine the trajectory our future will take. We all have a responsibility - as citizens, businesses, and institutions - to work with the current of progress, not against it, to build a future that is ethical, inclusive, sustainable and prosperous. Drawing on contributions from 200 top experts in fields ranging from machine learning to geoengineering to nanotechnology, to data ethics, Schwab equips readers with the practical tools to leverage the technologies of the future to leave the world better, safer, and more resilient than we found it.
Publisher: Crown Currency
ISBN: 1984822616
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
World Economic Forum Founder and Executive Chairman Klaus Schwab offers a practical companion and field guide to his previous book, The Fourth Industrial Revolution. Today, technology is changing everything--how we relate to one another, the way we work, how our economies and goverments function, and even what it means to be human. One need not look hard to see how the incredible advances in artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies, biotechnologies, and the internet of things are transforming society in unprecedented ways. But the Fourth Industrial Revolution is just beginning, says Schwab. And at a time of such tremendous uncertainty and such rapid change, he argues it's our actions as individuals and leaders that will determine the trajectory our future will take. We all have a responsibility - as citizens, businesses, and institutions - to work with the current of progress, not against it, to build a future that is ethical, inclusive, sustainable and prosperous. Drawing on contributions from 200 top experts in fields ranging from machine learning to geoengineering to nanotechnology, to data ethics, Schwab equips readers with the practical tools to leverage the technologies of the future to leave the world better, safer, and more resilient than we found it.
The Technology Trap
Author: Carl Benedikt Frey
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691210799
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
From the Industrial Revolution to the age of artificial intelligence, Carl Benedikt Frey offers a sweeping account of the history of technological progress and how it has radically shifted the distribution of economic and political power among society's members. As the author shows, the Industrial Revolution created unprecedented wealth and prosperity over the long run, but the immediate consequences of mechanization were devastating for large swaths of the population.These trends broadly mirror those in our current age of automation. But, just as the Industrial Revolution eventually brought about extraordinary benefits for society, artificial intelligence systems have the potential to do the same. Benedikt Frey demonstrates that in the midst of another technological revolution, the lessons of the past can help us to more effectively face the present. --From publisher description.
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691210799
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
From the Industrial Revolution to the age of artificial intelligence, Carl Benedikt Frey offers a sweeping account of the history of technological progress and how it has radically shifted the distribution of economic and political power among society's members. As the author shows, the Industrial Revolution created unprecedented wealth and prosperity over the long run, but the immediate consequences of mechanization were devastating for large swaths of the population.These trends broadly mirror those in our current age of automation. But, just as the Industrial Revolution eventually brought about extraordinary benefits for society, artificial intelligence systems have the potential to do the same. Benedikt Frey demonstrates that in the midst of another technological revolution, the lessons of the past can help us to more effectively face the present. --From publisher description.
Tech Trends of the 4th Industrial Revolution
Author: D. Pyo
Publisher: Mercury Learning and Information
ISBN: 1683926862
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 243
Book Description
The term “4th Industrial Revolution” has become commonplace, popping up in various media, but the public's understanding of the underlying technologies is often lagging the fast-pace of its related technological developments. This book is designed to bridge the gap which exists between the 4th industry-related technology boom and the general public's perception of it. The book introduces the content and applications of the related major technologies, such as the Internet of Things, blockchain, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and big data – all considered essential for the development and operation of contemporary business models. It is written to minimize technical / engineering content in order to enhance the reader's ability to understand these topics. FEATURES: Introduces the content and applications of the related major technologies, such as the Internet of Things, blockchain, artificial intelligence, robotics, machine learning, cloud computing, big data, virtual reality, and more Provides interesting descriptions and applications of technical topics to enhance understanding Covers topics and trends that must be considered in modern business models
Publisher: Mercury Learning and Information
ISBN: 1683926862
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 243
Book Description
The term “4th Industrial Revolution” has become commonplace, popping up in various media, but the public's understanding of the underlying technologies is often lagging the fast-pace of its related technological developments. This book is designed to bridge the gap which exists between the 4th industry-related technology boom and the general public's perception of it. The book introduces the content and applications of the related major technologies, such as the Internet of Things, blockchain, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and big data – all considered essential for the development and operation of contemporary business models. It is written to minimize technical / engineering content in order to enhance the reader's ability to understand these topics. FEATURES: Introduces the content and applications of the related major technologies, such as the Internet of Things, blockchain, artificial intelligence, robotics, machine learning, cloud computing, big data, virtual reality, and more Provides interesting descriptions and applications of technical topics to enhance understanding Covers topics and trends that must be considered in modern business models
The British Industrial Revolution in Global Perspective
Author: Robert C. Allen
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521868270
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 13
Book Description
Why did the industrial revolution take place in 18th century Britain and not elsewhere in Europe or Asia? Robert Allen argues that the British industrial revolution was a successful response to the global economy of the 17th and 18th centuries.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521868270
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 13
Book Description
Why did the industrial revolution take place in 18th century Britain and not elsewhere in Europe or Asia? Robert Allen argues that the British industrial revolution was a successful response to the global economy of the 17th and 18th centuries.
The Industrial Revolution
Author: Carla Mooney
Publisher: Build It Yourself
ISBN: 9781936313808
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Focus on social studies"--P. [4] of cover.
Publisher: Build It Yourself
ISBN: 9781936313808
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Focus on social studies"--P. [4] of cover.