"After disasters, robots can help save lives. They search for survivors from their air, climb through piles of rubble, and help human rescue workers stay safe. Search-and-Rescue Robots introduces readers to examples of these robots, the challenges faced by their designers, and the advances that are on the horizon"

"Book introduces the reader to rescue vehicles"--

Being a search-and-rescue officer is a fierce job filled with toppled buildings, the aftermath of natural disasters and emergency rescues! Only the best and bravest can do this job.

Discusses the vehicles and devices used by fire fighters, police, Coast Guard, and others who help save lives.

A basic exploration of the parts, equipment, and variations of helicopters, the flying rescue vehicles. Also included is a pictorial diagram of the important rescue vehicle and its equipment.

A basic exploration of the parts, equipment, and variations of rescue boats, the nautical rescue vehicles. Also included is a pictorial diagram of the important rescue vehicle and its equipment.

"Bosco the dog loves being a house pet, loves his comfy dog bed and nice big house and, of course, his favorite toy kitty. So when two burglars break in, Bosco defends his home with all his might, which includes releasing some well-timed -- and near supersonic -- stink that repels the would-be thieves. With his foes in retreat, Bosco thinks it's all over...until a robot descends from the sky. The flying robot delivers Bosco to the city and tells him...