The Routledge Handbook of the Philosophy of Engineering

Engineering has always been a part of human life but has only recently become the subject matter of systematic philosophical inquiry. The Routledge Handbook of the Philosophy of Engineering presents the state-of-the-art of this field and lays a foundation for shaping future conversations within it. With a broad scholarly scope and 55 chapters contributed by both established experts and fresh voices in the field, the Handbook provides valuable insights into this dynamic and fast-growing field. The volume focuses on central issues and debates, established themes, and new developments in:

• Foundational perspectives
• Engineering reasoning
• Ontology
• Engineering design processes
• Engineering activities and methods
• Values in engineering
• Responsibilities in engineering practice
• Reimagining engineering