Bøker av John Willis

"This is not a biography. This is a story of discovery From the birth of modern industry, to winning WWII, to Japan's Economic Miracle, W. Edwards Deming helped shape some of the most profound moments in modern history. Deming, an American engineer and statistician, is widely recognized for his contributions to the field of quality management. But his teachings go beyond quality management; they influence not only how we work today, but also how we can continue to succeed into the future. Part business history, part biography, part journey into deep business sense, author John Willis captures the full picture of Deming's life and influence. Most importantly, it reveals the experiences that led to Deming's greatest discovery: the System of Profound Knowledge, a collection of fundamental truths that show how any system or process can be transformed into something greater. From the real-life Rosie the Riveter to a hacker writing US cybersecurity law, Deming's ingenuity and system of thinking changed how we think in the modern world. This book shows how we can take that influence and continue to apply it our own future"--

There was a German bomber flying right towards us - a Dornier, one of their biggest. It was so low we could see the pilot flying it and the gunner in the nose of the bomber pointing his machine gun at us...Schoolboy in Kent, during the Battle of BritainMy legs pressed harder around my father's waist; my arms nearly choked him. The humming of Japanese aircraft was loud enough for everyone to hear now, and panic spread like ink on a blotter.Child saying goodbye to her parents, Singapore 1942In the early 2000s, the BBC set up one of its biggest oral history archives, recording the lives and experiences of the ordinary people who lived through World War Two. It amounted to 47,000 testimonies and over 400 diaries and letters, all of which have remained hidden in the archives for twenty years - until now.In The People's War, John Willis unearths untold stories of everyday bravery, moments of terror, and tales of life-affirming community, that guide us through the years of the Second World War. From soldiers in North Africa and prisoners of war in East Asia, to evacuees in the British countryside and women in the factories, The People's War is a truly ambitious and comprehensive journey through a devastating and pivotal period of our history, as you've never read before.Follow the remarkable stories of ordinary individuals who lived, fought, grieved, loved, and survived through World War Two.

Autodesk Fusion 360 Exercises - Learn by Practicing (2023-24) book is designed to help engineers and designers interested in learning Autodesk Fusion 360 by practicing 100 real-world mechanical models. This book does not provide step-by-step instructions to design 3D models, instead, it is a practice book that challenges users to first analyze the drawings and then create the models using the powerful toolset of Autodesk Fusion 360. This approach helps users to enhance their design skills and take them to the next level. Note: To successfully complete the exercises provided in this book, it is essential to possess a solid knowledge of Autodesk Fusion 360. To gain a comprehensive, step-by-step understanding of Autodesk Fusion 360, refer to the 'Autodesk Fusion 360: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users (6th Edition)' textbook published by CADArtifex.

Autodesk Inventor Exercises - Learn by Practicing book is designed to help engineers and designers interested in learning Autodesk Inventor by practicing 100 real-world mechanical models. This book does not provide step-by-step instructions to design 3D models, instead, it is a practice book that challenges users to first analyze the drawings and then create the models using the powerful toolset of Autodesk Inventor. This approach helps users to enhance their design skills and take them to the next level. This book is written with a wide range of Autodesk Inventor users in mind, varying from beginners to advanced users. In addition to Autodesk Inventor, each exercise of this book can also be designed on any other CAD software such as CATIA, Creo Parametric, NX, SOLIDWORKS, and Solid Edge. NOTE: To complete the exercises given in this book, you should have good knowledge of Autodesk Inventor. If you want to learn the basic fundamentals of Autodesk Inventor step-by-step, you can refer to "Autodesk Inventor 2024: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users" textbook, ISBN: 978-9394074156 published by CADArtifex.

Geoffrey Page, the most remarkable fighter pilot of World War II. Shot down during the Battle of Britain his hands and face were burnt horrendously. Despite this Page went onto fly at D-Day, the Battle of Normandy, and Arnhem.

Ever wondered about the untold stories of bravery and resilience during World War II? Penned by esteemed author and documentary maker John Willis, this poignant narrative unveils the harrowing experiences of British and Australian POWs in Japan during World War II. It's a tale of resilience, camaraderie, and the indomitable human spirit under the shadow of the devastating atomic bombing of Nagasaki.Will the POWs endure the brutalities of war and survive the horrors of the atomic bombing? Can they keep their spirits high amidst the darkness and despair?For our protagonists, it's a battle for survival, where the odds are stacked against them. Their will to live determines their fate in this harsh and unforgiving world of war.Reading this book is an emotional roller coaster, taking you through the depths of despair and the heights of hope, leaving you profoundly moved by the resilience of the human spirit.John Willis, a celebrated British television executive and award-winning documentary maker, brings his expertise to the fore in this deeply researched and compelling narrative.

An immersive journey into WWII's Battle of Britain. A historical non-fiction.

Black & White Edition. The Full Color Edition is also availableSOLIDWORKS Simulation 2021: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users textbook is designed for instructor-led courses as well as for self-paced learning. It is intended to help engineers and designers interested in learning finite element analysis (FEA) using SOLIDWORKS Simulation. This textbook benefits new SOLIDWORKS Simulation users and is a great teaching aid in classroom training. It consists of 10 chapters, with a total of 394 pages covering various types of finite element analysis (FEA) such as Linear Static Analysis, Buckling Analysis, Fatigue Analysis, Frequency Analysis, Drop Test Analysis, and Non-linear Static Analysis. This textbook covers important concepts and methods used in finite element analysis (FEA) such as Preparing Geometry, Boundary Conditions (load and fixture), Element Types, Contacts, Connectors, Meshing, Mesh Controls, Mesh Check (Aspect Ratio check and Jacobian check), Adaptive Meshing (H-Adaptive and P-Adaptive), Iterative Methods (Newton-Raphson Scheme and Modified Newton-Raphson Scheme), Incremental Methods (Force, Displacement, or Arc Length), and so on. This textbook not only focuses on the usages of the tools of SOLIDWORKS Simulation but also on the fundamentals of finite element analysis (FEA) through various real-world Case Studies. The Case Studies used in this textbook allow users to solve various real-world engineering problems by using SOLIDWORKS Simulation step-by-step. Also, the Hands-on Test Drives are given at the end of chapters that allow users to experience themselves the ease-of-use and immense capacities of SOLIDWORKS Simulation. Every chapter begins with learning objectives related to the topics covered in that chapter. Moreover, every chapter ends with a summary which lists the topics learned in that chapter followed by questions to assess the knowledge. Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction to FEA and SOLIDWORKS Simulation Chapter 2. Introduction to Analysis Tools and Static Analysis Chapter 3. Case Studies of Static Analysis Chapter 4. Interactions and Connectors Chapter 5. Adaptive Mesh Methods Chapter 6. Buckling Analysis Chapter 7. Fatigue Analysis Chapter 8. Frequency AnalysisChapter 9. Drop Test Analysis Chapter 10. Non-Linear Static Analysis Main Features of the Textbook Comprehensive coverage of tools Step-by-step real-world case studies Hands-on test drives to enhance the skills at the end of chapters Additional notes and tips Customized content for faculty (PowerPoint Presentations) Free learning resources for students and faculty Technical support for the book: info@cadartifex.com

979-8775245610Autodesk Fusion 360: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users textbook has been designed for instructor-led courses as well as for self-paced learning. It is intended to help engineers and designers interested in learning Fusion 360 for creating 3D mechanical designs. This textbook is a great help for new Fusion 360 users and a great teaching aid in a classroom setting. This textbook consists of 14 chapters, total 720 pages covering major workspaces of Fusion 360: MODEL, ANIMATION, and DRAWING. This textbook teaches you how to use the Fusion 360 mechanical design software to build parametric 3D solid components and assemblies as well as how to create animations and 2D drawings. This textbook has been developed using software version: 2.0.4126. This textbook not only focuses on the usages of the tools/commands of Fusion 360 but also on the concept of design. Every chapter of this textbook contains tutorials that instruct users step-by-step how to create mechanical designs and drawings with ease. Moreover, every chapter ends with hands-on test drives that allow users to experience themselves the ease-of-use and powerful capabilities of Fusion 360. Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introducing Fusion 360Chapter 2. Drawing Sketches with Autodesk Fusion 360Chapter 3. Editing and Modifying SketchesChapter 4. Applying Constraints and DimensionsChapter 5. Creating Base Feature of Solid ModelsChapter 6. Creating Construction GeometriesChapter 7. Advanced Modeling - IChapter 8. Advanced Modeling - IIChapter 9. Patterning and MirroringChapter 10. Editing and Modifying 3D ModelsChapter 11. Working with Assemblies - IChapter 12. Working with Assemblies - IIChapter 13. Creating Animation of a DesignChapter 14. Working with Drawings Main Features of the Textbook Comprehensive coverage of toolsStep-by-step real-world tutorials with every chapterHands-on test drives to enhance the skills at the end of every chapterAdditional notes and tipsCustomized content for faculty (PowerPoint Presentations)Free learning resources for faculty and studentsAdditional student and faculty projectsTechnical support for the book by contacting info@cadartifex.com