Brooks Hays
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"In this informative guide to robots, young makers are introduced to the diverse world of these amazing machines. Robots help humans in a number of ways, from exploring space to performing surgery. Over the years, robots have become a part of our everyday lives. While people shouldn't be afraid of robots, they should work to understand what they are. In this book, readers will learn exactly what makes a robot a robot. They will also learn about the...
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"Simple machines are the building blocks of numerous engineering wonders. Developed centuries ago, simple machines are still helping humans redirect and magnify force today. Levers, pulleys, wheels, wings, rotors and more have helped humans span the globe, scale mountains, sail the seas, bridge mighty rivers, and take to the skies. In this volume, readers will learn how different simple machines offer different mechanical advantages, as well as how...
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With this informative guide to robots, young makers are introduced to the diverse world of these amazing machines. Robots help humans in a number of ways including exploring space and performing surgery. Over the years, robots have become a part of our everyday lives. While people shouldn't be afraid of robots, they should work to understand what they are. Readers will learn exactly what makes a robot a robot. They will learn about the history of...
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Simple machines are the building blocks of numerous engineering wonders. Developed centuries ago, simple machines are still helping humans redirect and magnify force today. Levers, pulleys, wheels, wings, rotors and more have helped humans span the globe, scale mountains, sail the seas, bridge mighty rivers, and take to the skies. With this volume, readers will learn how different simple machines offer different mechanical advantages, as well as how...
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The serious leisure aficionado knows that it doesn't take much to transform a ho-hum afternoon into a truly memorable one-just a few balls, some mallets, maybe a horseshoe or two. The transformative nature of lawn sports takes center stage in Balls on the Lawn, an ode to classic outdoor activities, from the common (bocce) to the obscure (Kan-Jam). Including the history and complete rules of 10 iconic games, plus appropriate accompanying cocktails...