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    Al Jazeera provides an in-depth look at unmanned battle robotics

    Al Jazeera provides an in-depth look at unmanned battle robotics

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    Al-Jazeera's video series 'Front Line' took an in-depth look at the amazing technology behind unmanned robotics as they're used in warfare, as well as the legal and political implications of these tools.

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    Front Lines Dennis Hong
    Front Lines Dennis Hong

    Unmanned, remotely-controlled robotics have become a multi-billion dollar industry, thanks in large part to one customer — the US government. That's due to a shift in strategy over the last decade as the US has begun deploying more unmanned systems every year, with a current force of 7,000 drones and 12,000 ground robots in use. Al-Jazeera's video series "Fault Lines" took an in-depth look at the amazing technology behind these robots as well as the legal and political implications of these tools — be sure to keep your eyes peeled for an interview and demonstration by Dennis Hong, who we profiled back in November. This video is a must-watch for anyone interested in robotics and the history of their role in modern warfare.