Packed with exciting facts and important aspects on military robots, this title also provides historical context, compelling photos, primary source quotations, and critical thinking activities. The title also includes a glossary, web links, and additional resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

"Describes various robots and robotic vehicles used by the U.S. military in combat and reconnaissance work"--Provided by publisher.

Are robots smarter than humans? Where are they used? How are they built? Why do they work? Can kids build them? Find the answers in this fascinating look at all things robots.

Today, robots are responsible for much of military reconnaissance. Drones fly above enemy combatants or areas of interest and collect tons of information for military leaders. That’s not all they can do! Robots find and dispose of bombs, transport troops, and shoot missiles. Readers have much to explore in the detailed main content, including specific examples of robots used by the US military and full-color photographs that give a rare close-up view of these amazing machines. From the sea to the air, robots can be found in all branches of the military, and their number will only grow as technology continues to improve.

Animals have many traits that help them survive in the wild. Inspired by animals' incredible abilities, military forces have created many machines over the years to achieve success on the battlefield. From the first remote-controlled vehicles to the advanced machines of tomorrow, take a look at how military robots and drones often imitate the abilities of animals throughout nature. Then be sure to catch the other amazing titles in the Beasts and the Battlefield series.

US military robots come in many shapes and sizes, but they all have one thing in common: they help keep soldiers safe. Learn more about the dangerous missions and amazing abilities of military robots.

Soldiers regularly put themselves in harmÕs way to promote peace and protect freedom. This means they have great appreciation for their robotic stand-insÑ PackBots. The remote-controlled robots especially save the day when they find hidden bombs! This book puts kids on a reading mission to discover how robots serve the military.