Our world is filled with pernicious problems. How, for example, did
novice pilots learn to fly without taking to the air and risking
their lives? How should cities process our waste without polluting
the environment? Challenges that tangle personal, public, and
planetary aspects—often occurring in health, infrastructure,
business, and policy—are known as wicked problems. In Wicked
Problems, engineer Guru Madhavan examines historic tragedies and
lesser-known tales, from the efficient design of battleships to a
volcano eruption that curtailed global commerce. Braided throughout
is the uplifting tale of Edwin Link, who revolutionized aviation
with his flight trainer. In Link’s story, Madhavan uncovers a
model mindset to engage with wickedness. An homage to society’s
innovators and maintainers, Wicked Problems offers a refreshing
vision for readers of all backgrounds to build a better future.
General
| Imprint: |
W W Norton & Co Inc
|
| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Release date: |
March 2024 |
| Authors: |
Guru Madhavan
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| Dimensions: |
229 x 152mm (L x W) |
| Pages: |
288 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-0-393-65146-1 |
| Categories: |
Books
Promotions
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| LSN: |
0-393-65146-0 |
| Barcode: |
9780393651461 |
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