Books by Rob Thompson

A guide to manufacturing processes that explores production techniques that have an important impact on the design industry. Including over 1,200 photographs and technical illustrations, it is suitable for 3D designers, product designers, architects and engineers.

A one-stop resource for all design professionals, providing comprehensive, accurate information about the basic materials with which they work daily, as well as a complete breakdown of exciting new developments in high-tech materials.

Destined to become the definitive professional reference, this encyclopaedic guide clearly explains over 70 established, traditional, emerging and innovative production techniques and over 60 materials used in textile and fashion design

This book serves as a guide for the next generation of dieters who will be delighted to know that only certian carbohydrates are responsible for adding on the pounds and clogging up the arteries-and sugar is not one of them.

Lets you take control of your diabetes and revitalize your health with this program. This book shares the author's easy-to-follow, low-starch diet - and - exercise program that promises to stabilize blood sugar and balance your glycemic load in just seven days. It offers a seven-day menu plan that you can introduce into your lifestyle.

Suitable for students and professionals who create graphics or packaging for mass production, this title features 400 photographs and technical illustrations that describe more than 35 manufacturing processes, from the traditional and long-established to cutting-edge technologies.

The glycemic index has been the basis of many popular diets. But it doesn't take into account the serving sizes people actually eat and eliminates too many foods for dieters to stick with it. This title includes a cardiologist's revolutionary weight-loss plan that allows dieters to enjoy good carbs while still losing weight.