Robots: A Reference Handbook

Robots: A Reference Handbook
ISBN-10
1440858624
ISBN-13
9781440858628
Series
Robots
Category
Technology & Engineering
Pages
340
Language
English
Published
2018-09-07
Publisher
ABC-CLIO
Author
David E. Newton

Description

Robots: A Reference Handbook differs from most other books on robotics in the variety of resources that it provides to readers of all ages. • Walks the reader through the surprisingly rich history of robotics • Details how robots have developed across the globe • Introduces the reader to a variety of technical, social, political, ethical, and economic issues related to the widespread use of robots today • Provides a variety of resources that can be used in further study of robotics

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