Bots and Bods: How Robots and Humans Work, from the Inside Out

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Bots and Bods: How Robots and Humans Work, from the Inside Out
Authors and Contributors      By (author) John Andrews
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:96
Dimensions(mm): Height 246,Width 190
Category/GenreTechnology - general issues
ISBN/Barcode 9781486314690
ClassificationsDewey:629.892
Audience
Children / Juvenile

Publishing Details

Publisher CSIRO Publishing
Imprint CSIRO Publishing
Publication Date 1 March 2021
Publication Country Australia

Description

Age range 9 to 12 Bots and Bods explores the differences and the similarities between humans and robots. You'll see the basic features of human bodies and how they are copied in bots. You'll learn how movement happens, how the world is seen and sensed, and how humans and robots think it all through. And you'll look to a future where bots will be helping bods more than ever. Packed with detailed illustrations and fun facts, Bots and Bods takes you on a fascinating tour of the human - and robot - body. So come on in and discover your inner robot!

Author Biography

John Andrews is a bod, not a bot. He has edited and written dozens of adult and children's books on history, sport, music, science and a host of other subjects.

Reviews

"Kids will be bursting to share the cool facts and experiments they learn, helping spread their newfound knowledge to kids and adults alike - it's a win-win for everyone!" * Better Reading * "John Andrews, an accomplished author of both adult and children's books, has again successfully engaged his readers with his new book, Bots and Bods, a thought-provoking practical guide for budding robotic engineers, designers, and programmers." -- Shannon Fletcher * Teaching Science 67(3) *