safety devices

Discusses ways that nature has influenced the design of safety inventions, such as how woodpeckers contributed to the design of bike helmets. Includes color photographs, a glossary, resources for further information, critical thinking questions, and an index.

"... explores many of the incredible technological innovations that are occurring in the defense industry, including weaponry and military hardware, as well as surveillance and cybersecurity programs. Robots and drones are replacing humans in combat situations and police officers and soldiers are being equipped with 'superhuman' abilities through x-ray vision and exoskeletons. Young readers will also learn about the controversies some of these innovations are creating, including concerns over privacy"--Provided by publisher.

Young Jacques Plante loves hockey so much that he uses home-made equipment to play as much hockey as he can. Once Jacques becomes a professional player, he takes the brave stand to introduce a piece of equipment into the game that has never been used before---the goalie mask---changing the face of hockey forever.

"[Examines] the real reasons behind many of the global safety rules and security regulations we obey without question, ... [concluding that these reasons] range from the surprisingly pointless to shockingly dangerous."--Provided by publisher.