Robotics and Automation 10, 20, 30

(a)	Explore the uses of robotics in the field of medicine for applications such as surgery, rehabilitation and remote diagnosis.
(b)	Analyze how movies (e.g., “I, Robot” and “ShortCircuit”) about robots portray the effects of robot interaction on humanity and the role of work in the future.
(c)	Explore societal implications of the increasing prevalence of robotic and autonomous devices in our daily lives and routines.
(d)	Assess potential positive and negative impacts of robotics on various industries (e.g., automotive manufacturing, agriculture and mining).
(e)	Analyze how artificial intelligence can impact robotics and autonomous devices.
(f)	Evaluate the impact of a specific application of artificial intelligence.
(g)	Debate an issue related to autonomous devices such as the viability of driverless vehicles of varying levels of autonomy on public highways and private worksites.

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Resources

R011385

How Nanotechnology Will Impact Society

This resource examines the progress in nanotechnology, the science behind it and how it will shape our world in the future. Special features of this book include a glossary, index, and listings of resources for further research on the topic.

Media and Formats : Book

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Record posted/updated: June 27, 2022

R007241

Robotics in Space

This book provides a basic introduction to the topic of robotics and how robots are used in space without exploring how they work. The resource explores the future potential of robotics in space. The text is written in accessible language and is supported with many quality images. The book contains a table of content, a glossary and Web links for further investigation on the topic.

Media and Formats : Book

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Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R009312

Robot Builder's Bonanza(5th ed.)

This comprehensive resource covers the essentials of robot building, from the benefits of constructing a robot from scratch vs. using a kit, to robot brains and sensors. Other topics include: getting parts; robots from wood, plastic and metal; using DC and servo motors; robotic arms and grippers; and interacting with your robot. The book also contains a range of step-by-step project plans.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : $44.95

Record posted/updated: February 22, 2022

R007227

Robotics in Nature

This resource explores some of the many uses for robots in nature. Robots that are used for underwater exploration, for disaster data gathering and for providing access to extreme environments are discussed. The accessible reading level and number of photos in this book make it useful for students in Grades 7 and up.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : $26.76 US

Record posted/updated: January 15, 2025

R008757

Robotics in Law Enforcement

This book provides a basic introduction to the topic of robotics and how robots are used in law enforcement without exploring how they work. The resource explores aspects such as bomb disposal, ground surveillance, and search and rescue. The text is written in accessible language and is supported with many quality images. The book contains a table of content, a glossary and Web links for further investigation on the topic.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : See publisher.

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R006963

Real-World STEM. Reverse Engineer the Brain

This book examines how brain functions and artificial intelligence could combine to help solve problems faced by humanity. This book includes an index and a list of books and websites for further research on the related topic.

Media and Formats : Book

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Record posted/updated: June 27, 2022