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5) Robotics
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about military robotics. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
6) Robots
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Learn all about robots, from how they are designed and built to which exciting new kinds of robots you might see in the future."--
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Introduces readers to the most powerful robots used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them unique. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research."--
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
They fix spacecraft, dance, tell jokes, and even clean your carpet! From the tiniest robo-bees to gigantic factory machines, robotics is all around you. This technology isn't just for science-fiction anymore -- it's real and more relevant than ever. With stunning visuals and energetic, impactful design, readers won't stop until they've learned everything there is to know about robotics.
Author
Publisher
Barron's
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
In today's wired world, robots are everywhere, from movies, in space, as part of computer games--maybe even walking among us. This is a look at their rise: how they've developed over time, from early sketches to terrifying battlebots and factory operatives, to the latest AIs running free from their workshops. Presented chronologically, this robot history explores landmark robots that have captured the imagination, including creations from popular...
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
A robot is a machine that performs tasks using computer programs for instructions. Some robots work in space. One type of space robot is called a rover which moves around on wheels and explores other planets. There are other spacecraft called probes which fly through space and orbiters which circle high above planets and moons. Other space robots fix spacecraft and deliver supplies to International Space Stations (ISS) which is a spacecraft where...
11) Robotics!
Author
Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Some people think robots exist only in our imagination, but actually, robots are all around us right now! This book offers readers an introduction to the history, mechanics, and future use of robots!
12) Medical robots
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"No surgeon can boast the steady hands of da Vinci. This surgical robot was built for careful cutting, and that is why it has helped with more than three million medical operations to date! This high-interest childrens read introduces robots dedicated to saving lives and caregiving."--
13) Animal robots
Author
Series
Publisher
A & D Xtreme, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Simple text and close-up photographs present the amazing advancements of today's robots. Readers will learn about the incredible developments of robotic creatures from dogs and cats to fish and insects. This book contains important details about how these robots are designed to assist, protect, and benefit humans. Includes surprising information about companies and engineers creating today's most up-to-date robots. Aligned to Common Core Standards...
14) Robots
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Celebrating STEAM, robotics, innovation, and supercool technology, explore kid inventors, robots with feelings, robotic toys and games, cyborgs, and more in this fact-packed book. Find out how and why robots are made, how they help humans now, and how they will help us in the future. Discover how computers develop and build robots, and how engineers design robots with very specific capabilities, be it walking, jumping, exploring Mars, or defusing...
Author
Publisher
Franklin Watts, an Imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Robots are machines that can be programmed to carry out a series of complex actions automatically or under the control of an operator. They come in all shapes and sizes, from mechanical arms and driverless vehicles to walking, talking, artificial people. Learn about how robots are helping humanity by doing jobs that are too dangerous for people, exploring places that humans cannot reach, and becoming our helpers and companions. -- from Amazon.
Author
Series
Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Robots are everywhere! In Bots! Robotics Engineering with Hands-On Makerspace Activities, middle schoolers learn about these devices that vacuum our houses, work in our factories, help us learn at school, sample rocks from other planets, and even bring back images from the bottom of the ocean. In Bots! you can find hands-on STEM activities, coding challenges that use free online software, essential questions, and links to online primary resources!"--...
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Find the droids you know and love and discover new favorites along the way. This Star Wars guide with a twist showcases a world of droids in close-up detail. Arranged from smallest to biggest, more than 50 droids of the galaxy are revealed with stunning photography and gorgeous artwork. The evocative descriptions will delight children and let them discover amazing droid facts, such as what tools R2-D2 uses and why GNK droids make a "gonk gonk" noise!...
Author
Publisher
Kids Can Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Using increasingly sophisticated levels of artificial intelligence (AI) and embodied intelligence (EI), a new generation of robots is being designed to look, act and even think like humans. Hubots, or human-inspired robots, are expanding the boundaries of what robots can do. Here, ten different real-life hubots are described, highlighting each one's appearance, unique skills and purpose --- from fighting fires on the high seas, to acting as setup...
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