"Did you know that robots play a very large role in the lives of humans? Discover the new ways that scientists hope to use robotics in the future in this high-interest book."--

"Simple text and full-color photographs describe eight different industrial or military robots and the work these robots do."--

"Engaging images accompany information about factory robots. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

Briefly discusses the history and uses of automatically operating devices from mechanical toys through dishwashers and clock radios to cyborgs and manipulators.

Space is the new frontier for robots. Readers learn all about the robots that have left Earth s atmosphere to explore space and perform special missions. The book provides an overview of the history of space robots, as well as the development of the newest robots used today. Readers will learn about how robots are changing our knowledge about space and unlocking its many secrets. This book also discusses the future of space technology. Color photographs...

"Simple text and full-color photographs describe eight different robots that mimic animals and the work these robots do."--

Makerspaces are places designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. In Robotify It! Robots You Can Make Yourself, kids will make a mini monster robot that responds to light, a spinning robotic pencil holder, and more! Colorful step-by-step photos bring each project to life. Techniques and tips help troubleshoot and use the materials within the makerspace.

Not long ago, drones were considered futuristic, and few people had an opportunity to play with one. Most were reserved for professional purposes, but that's all changed! Today, anyone can buy and fly a drone right in their own backyard. Drones come in all shapes and sizes. Some drones cost hundreds of dollars, but others are much more affordable for the casual drone hobbyist. Readers will learn how drones fly and all the ways the average person

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Robots are at the heart of the makerspaces movement, which aims to bring together like-minded computer experts to build collaborative projects. This book introduces readers to the nascent world of makerspaces and its potential. Readers learn how to find these spaces in their local community or even in the local library. They then learn how to use makerspaces tools such as Arduino microcontrollers or Lego Mindstorms to build full-functioning programmable...

Most products we use every day were made using manufacturing robots. Readers will be surprised to hear how common and important robots are in the manufacturing world. This book covers the history of manufacturing robots, as well as the newest robots that are used today.