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"From drones to Mars rovers -- an exploration of the most innovative use of robots today and a provocative argument for the crucial role of humans in our increasingly technological future. In Our Robots, Ourselves, David Mindell offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the cutting edge of robotics today, debunking commonly held myths and exploring the rapidly changing relationships between humans and machines. Drawing on firsthand experience,...
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Publisher
Atria Books
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"A great turning point in the history of our species is at hand. AI and robotics are poised to redefine what it means to be human. So ... what exactly does that mean for you? In [this book], Byron Reese suggests that technology has fundamentally reshaped humanity just three times in history: 100,000 years ago, we harnessed fire, which led to language; 10,000 years ago, we developed agriculture, which led to cities and warfare; and 5,000 years ago,...
43) Making robots
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Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the history of robotics and find out what it takes to make it in this exciting career field."--
44) Battling robots
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Series
Publisher
Black Rabbit Books
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"Investigate battling robots with leveled text, infographics, and dynamic photos"--
47) Robosapiens
Publisher
Discovery Communications
Pub. Date
c2003
Language
English
Description
The field of robotics is quickly moving toward a new technological horizon-- the dawn of the machine-man. In Japan, mechanical engineers demonstrate how they've already developed bipedal bots that effectively mimic the gait and posture of humans. In the U.S., researchers focus on practical applications like robots for the military and police. Designers use the very latest robotic prototypes to show how the formerly broad line between man and machine...
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Publisher
Penguin
Pub. Date
2006
Language
English
Description
For over three decades, Ray Kurzweil has been one of the most respected and provocative advocates of the role of technology in our future. In his classic The Age of Spiritual Machines, he argued that computers would soon rival the full range of human intelligence at its best. Now he examines the next step in this inexorable evolutionary process: the union of human and machine, in which the knowledge and skills embedded in our brains will be combined...
51) Drones
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English
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Learn about the history of drones and how drones are used today.
53) Flying robots
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Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
Description
"Robots fly overhead to find someone who's lost, spy on enemies, and create maps. In the future, these robots might fill the sky. Kids will learn how robots fly, how operators control them, and more"--
54) Robot
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Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Explore fascinating robotic technology through the ages, from the earliest automatons to modern humanoid helpers. From automata created by Leonardo Da Vinci to modern-day androids and animal robots, this book covers artificial intelligence (AI) throughout history. Discover the latest at the cutting edge of robotics, where science, technology, mechanical engineering, and computing meet as The Robot Book explains how robots work, how they are made,...
56) Paulie go!
Publisher
1091 Pictures
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
A young AI prodigy gets rejected from the world-renowned robotics lab and does what any rational teenager would do steal a van and drive across the country to Northern Minnesota to track down the Professor who rejected him.
57) Bot battles
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Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Which robot is the smartest, the fastest, or the strongest? Learn what robots can do, how engineers design robots, and how scientists and students put their cool creations to the test"--
59) Drones for Fun
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Series
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The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
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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