Frank Carlson Library

Readers will examine the history of artificial intelligence, leading scientists in the field, the Three Laws of robots, the singularity, Sophia the robot, and more before deciding for themselves!

"Machines That Think! explores machines from ancient history to today that perform a multitude of tasks, from making mind-numbing calculations to working on assembly lines to guiding spaceships to the moon. Included are fascinating looks at the world's earliest calculators, the birth of computer programming, and the arrival of smartphones. Contributors discussed include Muhammad ibn Mūsā al-Khwārizmī, Ada Lovelace, and Bill Gates. From the abacus...

A simple introduction to smart machines, most of which currently do not take human form, performing tasks too dangerous, too boring, or too difficult for people to do.

The role of robots in our lives is growing all the time. Learn about their many different shapes, sizes and uses and meet robots who do dangerous and dirty jobs, help perform surgery, look like us, show emotion like us and much more.

Robots have starred in TV shows and movies for years. But today, they are stars in real life. Check out the jobs might robots are doing now.

"Describes various robotic competitions held around the world"--

"Robots try to figure out the difference between facts and opinions"--

"The military and police use robots to stop bombs from exploding. Read this book to discover how engineers create these life-saving machines."--

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