Robots look into the future

Allegro Productions (Firm) (Added Author). Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm) (Added Author). Infobase (Added Author).

Summary: Artificial intelligence is almost categorically inferior when compared with humanity-nevertheless, it is evolving rapidly. This program examines robots developed for a wide range of purposes, from medical nanotechnology to computerized, environmentally sensitive logging machines. Robotic communication and perception skills are also explored. Clearly showing the increasing aptitude and mobility of artificial brains and bodies, this Science Screen Report will expand the viewer's understanding of robot usage and importance.

Record details

Physical Description: 1 streaming video file (14 min.) : sd., col., digital file + instructional materials (online)
remote
electronic resource (video)
Publisher: New York, N.Y. : Infobase, [2006], c1999.

Content descriptions

General Note:	Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on Aug. 30, 2006. Films On Demand is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.
Formatted Contents Note:	Revolutionary Robots (1:59) -- Lifelike Puppets and Robots (2:57) -- Nanorobots and Artificial Intelligence (4:03) -- Robots at Work: Practical Applications of Robotic Technology (5:47)
Restrictions on Access Note:	Access requires authentication through Films On Demand.
Target Audience Note:	8 to 12.
System Details Note:	Mode of access: Internet. System requirements: Films On Demand platform.
Source of Description Note:	Title from distributor's description.