Giant monsters are ravaging the city, and the only hope is the combat robot Menlo. But when a lightning strike knocks him out, a resourceful engineer and his tireless niece must use their knowledge to prevent disaster. This book will guide you through the world of electricity—from simple electrical circuits to power grids and power plants—and show where electric current comes from and why lightning forms during storms.
Electricity is all around us—it powers homes, cities, and the entire modern world. In this exciting yet educational book, set off on an adventurous journey where science meets story: when a lightning strike disables the combat robot Menlo, it’s time to put knowledge, logic, and a solid dose of energy to work.
Readers will learn in a clear and accessible way where electric current comes from, how circuits work, what’s behind a storm and lightning, and how electricity is generated and distributed—from large power plants to renewable sources.
What you’ll find in the book:
- an engaging story full of action and clever ideas
- an explanation of the basics of electricity and its practical uses
- topics such as electrical circuits, power grids, power plants, wind farms, and other energy sources
- fun learning that will help you truly understand electricity
