Science fiction vs. fact -- What is robotic engineering? -- History of robots -- Branches of robotic engineering -- Parts of a robot -- Industrial robots -- Household robots -- Entertainment robots -- Medical and science robots -- Robots in the military -- Becoming a robotic engineer -- What you can do now.
Summary
This volume is sure to excite readers as they learn about career opportunities in the field of robotic engineering. This career-based book looks at what robotic engineers do, the different kinds of jobs within the field, and notable engineers who have advanced robotics. This career incorporates science, technology, engineering, and math, making the information-rich text in this book is a great addition to STEM instruction. The text is illustrated by brilliant color photographs, and supplemented by sidebars and a graphic organizer. This dynamic reading experience explores the future of robotics, and how someone can land a job as a robotic engineer.