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Why Military Robots Are Different

Explore the tension between semi-autonomous military robots and our need to oversee their safety and control. In looking at military robots such as the Predator unmanned aerial system and the Phalanx weapons system, you'll learn about the unique trade-offs involved in the speed and accuracy of action, and the ability to distinguish friend from foe.

English
  • Originally Aired January 1, 2015
  • Runtime 33 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-G
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Created April 10, 2021 by
    WesManning
  • Modified April 10, 2021 by
    WesManning