Double Helix Issue 45
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Read all about robots, large and small, and make your own machine that draws pictures.
Welcome to the robot revolution! Roboticists often turn to nature for inspiration, as you can see in our feature on insect-based bots. If they aren’t small enough for you, why not read about the latest advances in the tiniest nanobots. We’ve also got a great shot of the robots inside an electric car factory. And if all this has you a bit worried, we consider whether robots could really take over the world. + Full description
Has all this talk got your fingers itching to do some hands-on science? Make a machine that can draw pictures or create an animation in a flipbook. You could even use a powerful magnet to uncover a metallic secret lurking in your breakfast!
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Magazine | January 2021 | $ 9.50ISBN: DH06/45 | 40 pages | 297 x 210 mm
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
Colour illustrations, Colour photographs
Contents
FeaturesMore than Words – There are hundreds of languages in northern Australia. So sometimes, the best way to tell a story is with pictures.
Bug-Bots! – Insects have amazing features, and robot designers are taking notes.
Why Haven't Robots Taken Over the World? – The world has more robots than you think. Will they eventually take over?
Nanobots – Scientists have created tiny robots that can swim, walk on surfaces or even flap their wings, and they’re small enough to explore inside your body!
Activities
Drawing Device
Make a Flip Book
What Do Robots Eat For Breakfast?
Make It Comic
Crossword
Puzzles
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