For decades, scientists have been working on developing machines that think. Long the subject of science fiction novels and movies, Robot Brains takes an intriguing look at what robotic… More →
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Robots are machines that follow a decision-making process when performing tasks. They are playing an increasing role in manufacturing, agriculture, medicine, mining, and aerospace, as well as More →
Robot Voyagers examines robots built to explore areas on the planet and in space where humans cannot go. Walking robots, for example, venture into volcanoes and crawlers burrow into… More →
Robot systems that include sky-spies and rocket-firing aircraft have moved the science fiction of yesterday into the reality of warfare today. Robot Warriors examines the use of robots in… More →
Robot Workers reveals that, while most of us still do our own chores, that vision of the future is finally becoming a reality in the form of robotic vacuums and lawn mowers.It also shows us… More →
From the first rockets used to fire arrows to modern computer-controlled cruise missiles and wire-guided High Explosive Anti-Tank Missiles, twelve dioramic scenes reveal how rockets and… More →
Rocky cliffs at the seashore often reveal the geological processes at work creating rocks and minerals. This fascinating book helps… • how erosion, sediment deposit, and underground pr More →
Children will be intrigued by this series that digs deep. Raw materials found under the earth have both a practical purpose, providing us with fuel, and a pleasing purpose, giving us dazzling More →
Follow along as a researcher observes and makes journal entries about their field trip through the Rocky Mountains ecosystem. Outstanding photographs highlight the animals, plants, and people More →