remotely piloted vehicles

"Technology keeps progressing and advancements in drones will continue . . . for years to come. Readers will learn about . . . inventions throughout the years, what they do, why they're important, and what technology of the future might look like. This title is at a Level 3 and is . . . for transitional readers"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the world of extreme unmanned vehicles and looks at different extreme vehicles.

"A boy has lost his bot! It's going up, up! Who will save the day? A man with a broom? A lady with a hairdo? A hungry plant? And--hey!--who's eating all those bananas? Stop! Bot!"--Provided by publisher.

"Take to the skies and become a skilled pilot, whatever your budget, with this complete guide to choosing and flying the right model for you "--Back cover.

Military drones are often in the news. Readers will enhance their knowledge of this current topic as they discover the kinds of drones used as weapons in conflicts around the world. Detailed main text is presented alongside additional fact boxes and photographs to give readers a clear picture of the origins of military drones, as well as the technology used to develop these weapons and the ethical debates surrounding them. Examples of the way drones are used by the military are included, along with information about the ways militaries around the world are working to intercept these weapons.

An introduction to remote control planes, including the science behind how transmitters and receivers work together to make flying a plane relatively easy--and totally fun!.