Robot Responders: Rescue Missions to Space Adventures - Softcover

Daniel, Smriti

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1486318428 ISBN 13: 9781486318421

Publisher: CSIRO Publishing, 2026

Synopsis

<p>Meet the robots that dare to go where humans can't!</p>

<p>From blazing fires and crumbling buildings to radioactive zones and stormy seas, rescue robots are on the front lines - saving lives, exploring the unknown and tackling tasks too dangerous for people. Whether they're diving to the ocean floor, fixing satellites or cleaning hospitals, robots are redefining what's possible.</p>

<p>Behind every heroic robot is brilliant design and cutting-edge technology. Think flexible joints, precision flight, lasers for mapping, and fire-fighting abilities to spray hundreds of litres of water in seconds. But success also depends on seamless teamwork between humans and machines.</p>

<p>Explore the fascinating world of robotic innovation in <i>Robot Responders</i>. Uncover how nature inspires engineers, discover the latest life-saving technologies, and get a glimpse of the next generation of robots that are already in development.</p>

<p>Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 8 to 12.</p>

About this title

About the Author

Smriti Daniel isn't a roboticist, but she had a lot of fun interviewing several of them for this book. She’s a journalist, editor and presenter, and this is her second book for younger readers.

Edition details

• Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1486318428
• ISBN 13: 9781486318421
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 92