Robot Warriors. The Shape of Armies to Come

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While drones are perhaps the most talked-about products of cutting-edge military technology, the field of combat robotics is rapidly expanding beyond the use of remote-controlled aircraft. This film clearly shows that in modern warfare, artificial intelligence concepts that once belonged strictly in the realm of science fiction are now evolving into real-world applications. From battlefield reconnaissance to rescue operations conducted under fire, viewers learn about a wide range of computerized, mechanized "warriors" designed to fight like human soldiers. Case studies include a snake-like robot that can scout around corners or in dangerous confined spaces; a mobile medic capable of reaching, lifting, and transporting fallen human comrades; a small hovercraft that can be steered by human brainwaves; and explosive-detection and detonation machines as reliable (and in some cases as beloved) as bomb-sniffing dogs.