The Aliens have landed... and they come in pieces!The Alien Robot Kit is the exciting new model kit from David Eckold. It's a fantastic kit that brings fun and education together in the best possible combination. But first you must construct the robots - enjoy hours of construction fun as you enter the world of whirring wheels, polypropalene propellers and mighty motors. A cool and creative design turns your machines into colourful characters - Scuttlebot, Defendatron, Drillabot, Spinnatron, Fillerbot and Communatron. Let the Alien Robots loose and watch as they show you the amazing principles of science.WARNING: Only for use by children 8 years and older. Instructions for parents are included and have to be observed.

Make science spring to life with a whir of motors, levers, gears, axles, and propellers! With six kinetic alien monsters to build, this kit doesn't just feed the imagination but, together with the science-packed companion book, it also explains all the physics and theories behind what makes the models work. This kit will teach children about physics, mechanics, forces, and motion without them even realizing it! Together the models and the companion book illustrate in a lively and clear way how core scientific principles make things work, from thrust and friction to gravity and lift. And when kids have finished building their robot, they can decorate it with the included cool add-on card pieces that allow for hours of customizing fun!

A broadly accessible introduction to robotics that spans the most basic concepts and the most novel applications; for students, teachers, and hobbyists. The Robotics Primer offers a broadly accessible introduction to robotics for students at pre-university and university levels, robot hobbyists, and anyone interested in this burgeoning field. The text takes the reader from the most basic concepts (including perception and movement) to the most novel and sophisticated applications and topics (humanoids, shape-shifting robots, space robotics), with an emphasis on what it takes to create autonomous intelligent robot behavior. The core concepts of robotics are carried through from fundamental definitions to more complex explanations, all presented in an engaging, conversational style that will appeal to readers of different backgrounds. The Robotics Primer covers such topics as the definition of robotics, the history of robotics (“Where do Robots Come From?”), robot components, locomotion, manipulation, sensors, control, control architectures, representation, behavior (“Making Your Robot Behave”), navigation, group robotics, learning, and the future of robotics (and its ethical implications). To encourage further engagement, experimentation, and course and lesson design, The Robotics Primer is accompanied by a free robot programming exercise workbook that implements many of the ideas on the book on iRobot platforms. The Robotics Primer is unique as a principled, pedagogical treatment of the topic that is accessible to a broad audience; the only prerequisites are curiosity and attention. It can be used effectively in an educational setting or more informally for self-instruction. The Robotics Primer is a springboard for readers of all backgrounds—including students taking robotics as an elective outside the major, graduate students preparing to specialize in robotics, and K-12 teachers who bring robotics into their classrooms.

Ever since the early days of science fiction, robots have held a unique fascination for humankind. Whether it's the mystery of artificial intelligence, or the sheer entertainment value, the remarkable world of automation has enduring appeal. Ultimate Robot brings that world vividly to life, illustrating and describing a gallery of robots that represent key trends in robotic development and highlight their importance in popular culture. From the earliest tin toys to the latest humanoids-via films, art, and fantasy - all interpretations of the genre are examined in-depth, along with full color photography of every robot. A glossary is also included to make this a complete reference for enthusiasts or anyone curious about robots past, present, and future. Book jacket.

Life on the pioneer planet Orkol was harsh and lonely. Earth settlers found a civilisation of decay, a frustrating shortage of women, outdated machinery and plagues of vicious rodents. The dawn of the green suns gave only a thin eerie light. And the mineral Orkolite produced vibrations that could destroy a planet or shatter a human brain.

Be an aspiring artist! Besides explaining just how to make aliens and robots look real, the book contains fascinating behind the scenes information on how drawing are used in the movie industry. If you like drawing robots and aliens, this kit is for you.

Many companies are now offering robots that are geared to the casual electronics hobbyist, both in kit form and as fully assembled models. This book gives an overview of available robot products, ranging from the simple to the complex. Interested readers will be able to find the robot kit that matches their skill level and pocketbook. Beginners may want to try a robot that is already fully assembled, or a kit with pre-assembled electronics. Other readers may opt for kits that require soldering and electronic experience. Other criteria a reader will be able to review include motion systems (robots that roll on wheels, or walk on legs, or robot arms), available sensors (from none to a wide range), and programming complexity (how the robot is programmed). If its not really a robot, its not in this book.