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At one time, robots were merely the products of science fiction. In the modern world, they perform countless important functions. Todays robots manufacture automobiles, help doctors with complicated surgery, aid the military in battle, and more. This book shows the fascinating development of robots through the ages. Readers will learn about the invention of the earliest robot-like mechanical devices, the advent of electronics, the first instances of robot automation, and the development of artificial intelligence. This comprehensive survey of the history of robotics will fascinate any reader with an interest in subject.