It is impossible to understand the cultures and achievements of the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and Arabs without knowing something of their technology. This account describes the triumphs and limitations of ancient and medieval engineering.
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An engineer and historian of science and technology, this author explored the broader history of technology alongside specific works on medieval Arabic science and engineering. Their writing delves into the intricate development of technical innovation across different eras. A significant contribution includes their work on the Arab engineering tradition, notably through the translation of a foundational text.
- 1996
