Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. CONVERT TO BIODIESEL FOR A MORE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY RIDE Run Your Diesel Vehicle on Biofuels has everything you need to make the switch from expensive, environment-damaging carbon fuel to cheap (and, in many cases, free), clean fuel for your vehicle. Practical and decidedly apolitical, this unique guide focuses on technical details, parts, and instructions.Inside, you'll find step-by-step instructions accompanied by helpful illustrations for such projects as building and properly using a homemade biodiesel reactor, which enables you to drive you car on vegetable oil purchased at a fraction of the price of gas or even on second-hand oil obtained from restaurants free of charge. Run Your Diesel Vehicle on Biofuels also includes a list of international parts suppliers and various manufacturers' warranty statuses regarding vehicles converted to biodiesel. Projects include: Collecting waste oil Building a waste-oil processor Creating biodiesel fuel Converting your car to professional standards Constructing heat exchangers Run Your Diesel Vehicle on Biofuels covers: * History and functions of the diesel engine * Benefits of biofuel * Where to obtain raw ingredients * Theory of fuel conversion * Existing conversion kits o Blends, emulsions, and thinners * Processing and discarding waste oil * Laws and regulations * Green retail o Health and safety * Limitations of environmental benefits

JUMP-START YOUR CAR'S IQ, VALUE, AND CAPABILITIES. WITH THIS FUN, EASY-TO-FOLLOW GUIDE.

. You won't find an easier or less expensive way to bring the ultimate in computer and GPS technology to your car, truck, or SUV than this start-to-finish guide from expert customizer Gavin Harper. You don't need any electronics or auto experience to get started!.

. With clear, hands-on photos and instructions, Harper walks even newbies through every step of the process, from choosing equipment to installing finishing touches on an IT system that will set your car apart -- and save you hundreds -- perhaps thousands -- over what your friends will pay to have others do it for them..

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. No matter what type of vehicle you own, Gavin Harper's "Build Your Own Car PC" makes it simple to: . Install a GPS that tells you where you are and how to get where you want to go. Create voice control of audio and video. Automate heating, cooling, lighting, and other functions. Build in ultrasophisticated car security. Much, much more.

. WHY IT'S EASIER WITH THIS BOOK. Features the best, most complete illustrated instructions for installing a car PC and a GPS system. Focuses on prefabricated components that are easy to work with. Compares products by brand name, and tells you where to get what you need. Shows you exactly what to do with more than 200 photos and illustrations. Provides expert troubleshooting (and trouble-avoiding) tips. Gives you free, helpful software at the book's own Website!. . .

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Take Your Imagination to Another DimensionThis wickedly inventive guide explores the art and science of holography and shows you how to create your own intriguing holograms using inexpensive materials. Holography Projects for the Evil Genius explains the tools and techniques you need to know to represent three dimensions on a flat, two-dimensional plane. Using easy-to-find components and equipment, this do-it-yourself book presents a wide variety of holography projects--including science fair ideas--that are guaranteed to impress. You'll find detailed guidelines and parameters as well as discussions of the theory behind the practice. Holography Projects for the Evil Genius: Features step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations for each project Allows you to customize your projects Includes details on the scientific principles behind the projects Removes the frustration factor--all required parts are listed, along with sources Enlightening coverage of: The history of holography Human vision basics Practical optics How to bend and distort laser light to form a hologram Holographic chemistry Setting up your holography workshop Working with lasers, glass plates, and film Basic to advanced holographic setups Advanced holographic chemical preparations Computer-generated holography Electronic circuits for holographers

For homeowners with an interest in green issues and energy efficiency, this guide considers the impact of global warming and the international energy crisis before explaining how to evaluate the energy performance of a house and make better use of natural lighting. All aspects are covered of the installation of photovoltaic cells to a residential property using solar power to produce domestic electricity and to heat water. The costs are calculated and the benefits of installing a solar energy system are assessed. This is essential reading for homeowners who wish to take advantage of free environmentally-friendly solar energy, reduce their energy bills in the long run, and help the environment.

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. FUEL YOUR EVIL URGES WHILE YOU BUILD GREEN ENERGY PROJECTS! Go green as you amass power! Fuel Cell Projects for the Evil Genius broadens your knowledge of this important, rapidly developing technology and shows you how to build practical, environmentally conscious projects using the three most popular and widely accessible fuel cells! In Fuel Cell Projects for the Evil Genius, high-tech guru Gavin Harper gives you everything you need to conduct practical experiments and build energizing fuel cell projects. You'll find complete, easy-to-follow plans that feature clear diagrams and schematics, as well as: Instructions for fascinating sustainable energy projects, complete with 180 how-to illustrations Explanations of how fuel cells work and why the hydrogen economy will impact our lives in the near future Frustration-factor removal-all the needed parts are listed, along with sources Science fair project ideas that are on the cutting edge of the latest technological developments Fuel Cell Projects for the Evil Genius gives you complete plans, instructions, parts lists, and sources to: Understand how hydrogen could meet our energy needs in a post-carbon economy Build a fuel cell car to race against your friends Build an intelligent fuel cell car which autonomously drives Build a simple fuel cell using adhesive bandages Hydrogen fuel your iPod Have a hydrogen barbecue-cook your food with zero carbon emissions! Discover how the amounts of hydrogen supplied to fuel cells affect the amounts of electricity produced And much more!

TURBO CHARGED, SLIGHTLY WICKED FUN!.

. Imagine your classic car, truck, or hot rod with electric doors and windows, a built-in computer and GPS, voice control, automatic wipers and headlights, and electronic security -- just a few of the 50 exciting projects fully detailed in this easy-to-follow guide. The first car-focused volume in this popular series, "50 Awesome Auto Projects for the Evil Genius" offers you hours of fun and learning-- and a super souped-up ride..

. You don't need any knowledge of auto electronics to get started -- but when you're done, your friends will be begging for advice on updating their vehicles!.

. "50 AWESOME AUTO PROJECTS FOR THE EVIL GENIUS--," Introduces you to automotive electronics step-by-step -- you don't need to be an auto or electronics whiz to get started, but you will be when you're finished. Provides enjoyable step-by-step directions for 50 tantalizing projects compatible with any car, no matter the make, model, or year. Gives you illustrated, step-by-step directions for theater-style light dimmers, a DVD player, electric mirrors, power supplies, and much, much more. Provides complete lists of tools and parts -- all easily obtained and inexpensive. Helps you select components, with recommendations on available technologies. Offers unique troubleshooting and repair guidance on each project that can prevent trouble before it starts. Suggests related activities for customization and going step beyond.

. CAR-ENHANCING PROJECTS THAT TEACH AUTO ELECTRONICS -- WHILE PROVIDING HOURS OF FUN!