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Books in Amazing Robots series

  • Robots in Space

    Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, July 15, 2015)
    NASA wouldnt know nearly as much about the planet Mars without space probes. A special kind of robot that can fly through space, space probes have gone to the asteroid belt and even traveled near Jupiter to take pictures of it! Readers learn all about these incredible robots as well as other space technology including robotnauts, or robot astronauts! Examples of the robots used in space are shown in full-color photographs, complete with explanations of their abilities. The main content and sidebars delve into the technological and scientific side of creating robots and how important theyve become to space exploration.
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  • Robots in Medicine

    Richard Spilsbury, Louise Spilsbury

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, July 15, 2015)
    In 2000, the FDA approved the Da Vinci surgical robotic system. The Da Vinci is a robot controlled by a surgeon used to do delicate and technical surgeries, and it represents a whole segment of robots used to aid doctors, pharmacists, and others in the medical field. Readers are introduced to cutting-edge medical technology with full-color photographs of robots actually used in hospitals and doctors offices today. The main content offers detailed, but understandable, information about the science of these incredible machines. Additionally, readers learn about the integration of these robots into many careers in medicine, technology, and science.
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  • Robots Underwater

    Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, July 15, 2015)
    Without underwater robots, people never would have been able to explore the shipwreck of the Titanic as much as they have. From mapping the ocean floor to testing water quality, the jobs these robots can do are astounding. Through many examples and full-color photographs, readers dive deep with underwater robots, learning the technology behind these amazing machines and how they help people every day. Sidebars complement the main content with information about robotics engineers, environmental issues underwater, and the truly inventive science of underwater robots.
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  • Robots in Law Enforcement

    Richard Spilsbury, Louise Spilsbury

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, July 15, 2015)
    Robotics is already used to protect people in cities all around the United States. As robot technology continues to grow, patrolling human police officers could someday be a thing of the past! Humanoid robots might be rolling around city streets or heading into dangerous situations in place of police officers. From surveillance cameras to bomb disposal, the incredible robots already used in law enforcement will engage and surprise readers. The main text explains the real-life technology used today, and full-color photographs enhance the science and engineering content.
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  • Robots in Industry

    Louise A Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 1, 2015)
    People tire easily and make mistakes when they work too long. They need to sleep and eat enough in order to do their best. Robots, however, can do repetitive tasks perfectly every time! They rarely need breaks and definitely dont need naps! Readers learn how integral robots have become in many parts of industry, including in production, factories, and in situations dangerous for people. Full-color photographs provide readers with a unique look at a growing branch of science. The main content and sidebars highlight real-life examples of robots at work as well as understandable explanations of their technology.
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  • Robots Underwater

    Richard Spilsbury, Louise Spilsbury

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Without underwater robots, people never would have been able to explore the shipwreck of the Titanic as much as they have. From mapping the ocean floor to testing water quality, the jobs these robots can do are astounding. Through many examples and full-color photographs, readers dive deep with underwater robots, learning the technology behind these amazing machines and how they help people every day. Sidebars complement the main content with information about robotics engineers, environmental issues underwater, and the truly inventive science of underwater robots.
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  • Robots in Industry

    Richard Spilsbury, Louise Spilsbury

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 1, 2015)
    People tire easily and make mistakes when they work too long. They need to sleep and eat enough in order to do their best. Robots, however, can do repetitive tasks perfectly every time! They rarely need breaks and definitely dont need naps! Readers learn how integral robots have become in many parts of industry, including in production, factories, and in situations dangerous for people. Full-color photographs provide readers with a unique look at a growing branch of science. The main content and sidebars highlight real-life examples of robots at work as well as understandable explanations of their technology.
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  • Robots in Law Enforcement

    Richard Spilsbury, Louise Spilsbury

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Robotics is already used to protect people in cities all around the United States. As robot technology continues to grow, patrolling human police officers could someday be a thing of the past! Humanoid robots might be rolling around city streets or heading into dangerous situations in place of police officers. From surveillance cameras to bomb disposal, the incredible robots already used in law enforcement will engage and surprise readers. The main text explains the real-life technology used today, and full-color photographs enhance the science and engineering content.
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  • Robots in Medicine

    Richard Spilsbury, Louise Spilsbury

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 1, 2015)
    In 2000, the FDA approved the Da Vinci surgical robotic system. The Da Vinci is a robot controlled by a surgeon used to do delicate and technical surgeries, and it represents a whole segment of robots used to aid doctors, pharmacists, and others in the medical field. Readers are introduced to cutting-edge medical technology with full-color photographs of robots actually used in hospitals and doctors offices today. The main content offers detailed, but understandable, information about the science of these incredible machines. Additionally, readers learn about the integration of these robots into many careers in medicine, technology, and science.
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  • Robots in the Military

    Richard Spilsbury, Louise Spilsbury

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, July 15, 2015)
    Today, robots are responsible for much of military reconnaissance. Drones fly above enemy combatants or areas of interest and collect tons of information for military leaders. Thats not all they can do! Robots find and dispose of bombs, transport troops, and shoot missiles. Readers have much to explore in the detailed main content, including specific examples of robots used by the US military and full-color photographs that give a rare close-up view of these amazing machines. From the sea to the air, robots can be found in all branches of the military, and their number will only grow as technology continues to improve.
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  • Robots in the Military

    Louise A Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Today, robots are responsible for much of military reconnaissance. Drones fly above enemy combatants or areas of interest and collect tons of information for military leaders. Thats not all they can do! Robots find and dispose of bombs, transport troops, and shoot missiles. Readers have much to explore in the detailed main content, including specific examples of robots used by the US military and full-color photographs that give a rare close-up view of these amazing machines. From the sea to the air, robots can be found in all branches of the military, and their number will only grow as technology continues to improve.
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  • Robots in Space

    Richard Spilsbury, Louise Spilsbury

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 1, 2015)
    NASA wouldnt know nearly as much about the planet Mars without space probes. A special kind of robot that can fly through space, space probes have gone to the asteroid belt and even traveled near Jupiter to take pictures of it! Readers learn all about these incredible robots as well as other space technology including robotnauts, or robot astronauts! Examples of the robots used in space are shown in full-color photographs, complete with explanations of their abilities. The main content and sidebars delve into the technological and scientific side of creating robots and how important theyve become to space exploration.
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