Simon Smith – illustratör

A definitive technical guide to the Sopwith Camel, featuring illustrations and profiles.An icon of World War I aerial combat, the Sopwith Camel was a superb dogfighter in the hands of a pilot who could master its vicious idiosyncrasies. The first British fighter to be armed with twin machine guns, the Camel packed a considerable punch and was highly successful, notching up a considerable number of aerial victories. The Camel was a remarkable aircraft, and one that could perform in a variety of roles, including as a ground strafer, a night fighter and a carrier-based fighter.Alongside stunning illustrations, Jon Guttman charts how, as newer, higher performance aircraft types were introduced and began to eclipse it, the dominance of the Camel declined and losses mounted. Nevertheless, Camels appeared over battlefields throughout the war and beyond, notably in the Russian Civil War.

A concise technical history of the German Albatros D.I and D.II type scouts.In 1916 German aerial domination had been lost to the French and British fighters. German fighter pilots requested an aircraft that was more powerful and more heavily armed, and the Albatros design bureau set to work on what was to become an iconic aircraft design. By April 1916, they had developed the Albatros D.I, that featured the usual Albatros semi-monocoque wooden construction with a 160hp Mercedes engine and two forward-firing machine guns.Alongside the development of the D.I, Albatros had also designed and built a second machine that was similar to the D.I – the Albatros D.II. Although there were several external differences between the two aircraft, it is important to note that these machines evolved simultaneously and that the D.II was not the result of post-combat feedback from D.I pilots. With the inclusion of these aircraft into their reorganized air force, Germany was able to regain control of the skies by autumn 1916.This history shows that, along with the later designs they inspired, the Albatros D.I and D.II were instrumental in allowing the Germans to prosecute their domination through ‘Bloody April’ and well into the summer months that followed.

It's a big question-are you ready to travel beyond reality? Don't panic! Scientists have a plan, and it's more thrilling than science fiction. With virtual reality, you can dive into the ocean, blast into space, or visit the future without moving a muscle. From transforming exploration missions, to training astronauts and doctors, virtual reality is changing the world! Discover the talented science and engineering experts working together to create a new reality, their groundbreaking research, and incredible breakthroughs. Cool, graphic-style, fun illustrations intermix with jaw-dropping facts, Tomorrow's World showcases science like never before - as something that can change the world!

Dive into the wacky world inside your brain! This exciting book introduces young readers to the world of neuroscience - from how our brains help us day-to-day, to how scientists believe we can train our brains to achieve more, expanding human capabilities. Discover how our brains help us communicate, how they affect the rest of our bodies, and how our body's control centre makes us conscious of the world around us. Cool, graphic-style, fun illustrations intermix with jaw-dropping facts, Tomorrow's World showcases science like never before - as something that can change the world!

Can invisible waves really shape our world? They certainly can! Welcome to the electrifying science of light, waves, and shadow. From glowing lasers and dazzling X-rays to the radio signals that power your internet, discover how waves impact everything – from medicine and technology to space exploration and climate science. Learn how animals see hidden colours, how waves reveal ancient mummies, and how future tech could use light in unbelievable ways. With cool, graphic-style, fun illustrations combined with jaw-dropping facts, Tomorrow’s World showcases science like never before – as something that can truly change the world!