Hamilton, S.L. (Sue L.)
Summary: Simple text and close-up photographs present the amazing advancements of today's robots. Readers will learn about the incredible developments and abilities of robots who can enter earthquake, avalanche, volcano, fire, and even nuclear disaster sites to perform search and rescue work.
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Publisher / Publication Date: A & D Xtreme 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.892 HAMAdams, William D.
Summary: Robots are all around you. As robotics technology improves, robots are poised to take on even more important jobs, making your life easier, safer, and cooler! Active volcanoes, disaster zones, battlefields: Earth is full of dangerous places. And the rest of the universe isn't that comfortable, either! Robots have long explored our solar system. But today, robots are also helping emergency...
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book, Inc. 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.8 ADAMaloney, Brenna
Summary: Take an in-depth look at the history and cultural impact of robots through the years in this educational and interactive guide! Robots are everywhere-building cars, driving cars, performing surgery, helping soldiers and fire fighters, even vacuuming! From high up in space to the bottom of the ocean, robots are an instrumental part of how humans are learning about the world. This encyclopedic...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Insight Kids 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.892 MALSarma, Kamya
Summary: Dash and Dot are a pair of robots that you can program using a tablet or smartphone. With this book, students learn the art of innovation through detailed explanations and hands-on activities built to foster creativity and problem solving. Fun, engaging text introduces readers to new ideas and builds on maker-related concepts they may already know. Additional tools, including a glossary and an...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.8 SARHowell, Izzi
Summary: Take a look at how a robotic arm is designed, how engineers are devising examples that can be controlled by the human brain just like a real arm, and how the science of electronics allows the robot to interpret electrical signals and move in response. Find out about sensors, code and programming, explore fascinating robots from drones and space rovers to medical robots, and meet some of the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.8 HOWOtfinoski, Steven
Summary: "Learn about the history of robotics and find out what it takes to make it in this exciting career field."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.8 OTFStark, William N.
Summary: "Gives readers a quick look at modern military robots"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Transport StarkClay, Kathryn.
Summary: "Describes various military, space, and other robots used to carry out missions that are too dangerous for human beings"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.892 CLAHolzweiss, Kristina
Summary: "Learn how to complete DIY projects dealing with basic machines and robots. Along the way, get a look at some of history's most incredible inventions and scientific discoveries."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press/Scholastic 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 621 HOLHartman, Ashley Strehle
Summary: "Some robots can dance, perform acrobatic stunts, and even have conversations with their owners. Entertainment Robots introduces readers to examples of these robots, the challenges faced by their designers, and the advances that are on the horizon. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.8 HARVenable, Colleen A. F.
Summary: "The family toaster is preparing to take over the world with an army of evil robots, but he needs your help to build them! Several obstacles lie in his path: his homework, a pesky little sister, and even a dastardly kitty cat. Just follow his instructions to build a series of robots and world dominiataion is within reach! With [this book] you can create a bunch of (non-evil) robots of your very...
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Publisher / Publication Date: First Second 2021
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Summary: "Pearl and her trusty rust-proof robot, Pascal, are enjoying a day out at the amusement park and learning more about coding"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC 2019
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Summary: What kind of work might be taken over by artificial intelligence (AI)? From doing dangerous jobs to helping to create products, the ideas are endless. Learn how the future of work might change because of AI and some of the ethical dilemmas that come along with rapidly changing technology.
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Publisher / Publication Date: An imprint of Capstone Press 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 006.3 KLEMooney, Carla
Summary: "From vehicles and weapons to robots and service animals, the tools of the US military are truly amazing. Ready for Military Action takes you on the front lines with some of the most fascinating technology, gear, vehicles, and animals being used by the US armed forces. Learn more about the history behind these tools and technologies and how the US military uses them today to get its job done."...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2015
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 623 MOOKulz, George Anthony
Summary: "Hobbyists and tinkerers design new robots for fun, to race with each other, and even to engage in robot battles. Hobby and Competition Robots introduces readers to examples of these robots, the challenges faced by their designers, and the advances that are on the horizon." -- Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.15 KULClay, Kathryn
Summary: "Describes a variety of robots used by businesses, hospitals, and individuals"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.892 CLAStewart, Melissa
Summary: Introduces robots and the science behind these amazing machines, including a historic timeline of robot development, common jobs robots perform in the workplace and at home, and robots of the future.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Natl Geographic Soc Childrens books 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.892 STECopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J STEM StewartShores, Erika L.
Summary: "Simple text and full-color photographs describe eight different robots that mimic animals and the work these robots do."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.8 SHOSobey, Edwin J. C.
Summary: Discusses the basics of robotics and presents instructions for robotics projects, including building a mobile platform, building a hand, and writing a program.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2018
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 629.8 SOBCopies Available at East Bay
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.8 SOBBiskup, Agnieszka
Summary: Join super scientist Max Axiom as he explores the technology behind and everyday use of robots in our world.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629 BISClay, Kathryn
Summary: "Simple text and large, colorful photographs introduce young readers to robots"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: an imprint of Capstone Press 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.8 CLALepora, Nathan
Summary: Explores how robots function and are made, looking at their computing components and how engineers design them with specific capabilities.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.8 LEPKenney, Sean.
Summary: Master LEGO brick designer Kenney is back with original creations of Robotopolis--robots, transformers, and spaceships. Includes select model instructions, insider tips, and landscape designs for LEGO fans.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Henry Holt and Co. 2010
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Summary: Robots are all around you. As robotics technology improves, robots are poised to take on even more important jobs, making your life easier, safer, and cooler! Not all robots are confined to deep space or distant assembly lines. Some of them interact with people. What are the advantages and challenges of robots working with people? How are they designed to interact with us? How do we respond to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book, Inc. 2019