robotics

Discusses, in a question and answer format, the development of various types of robots and their many uses.

Describes the development of robots, which paralleled that of computers, how robots work, and the many functions they fulfill, with emphasis on robots built by amateur hobbyists.

Provides facts and figures about the smartest, most high-tech machines in the world.

An introduction to robotics, focusing on such topics as the robot revolution, bionics, and avionics.

Explains what robots are, and discusses the future role of robots in industry and the home and the relationship between robots and humans.

Photos and simple text describe how robots perform tasks such as making cars and flying planes.

Gives instructions for making toys resembling robots using materials found around the house.

Explores the role of advanced robotics in the way modern wars progress and considers whether removing humans from the battlefield will remove moral barriers to the act of killing. Details the politics, economics, and laws that surround warfare fought with robotics and features black-and-white photographs.

Argues that the continued development of robotic technology to the point where machines are able to make moral decisions is inevitable and discusses how we can imbue robots with a sense of right and wrong. Demonstrates the necessity of this course of action and outlines possible dangers and pitfalls.

Examines the union of minds and machines which will multiply our creativity. Describes the six epochs of physics and chemistry, biology and DNA, brains, technology, and the merger of human technology with human intelligence. Argues that "singularity is near." Also responds to his critics in several areas.