In the 21st Century, robots have become ever omnipresent in many areas of human endeavor. From IBM Watson’s ability to beat top-ranked contestants on the popular TV quiz show
Jeopardy to drones utilized as remote bombers to artificial intelligence
taking on a myriad number of human tasks, robots are widely used in
such diverse fields as academia as well as on the battlefield. But the
robot bomb used in Dallas on July 7 marks the first-time robotic
technology has ever been considered for weaponry by a U.S. police force.
If you're planning on traveling this summer or you're a regular frequent flier, we've rounded up 12 super handy inventions that every jet setter, globe trotter, or even cross-country driver should know about. Check out these amazing items before you hit the road and make your life a little easier in the process.
