"Robotics, the Internet, and computers are some of the most signifcant technology breakthroughs of the last hundred years. This book identifies the pioneers of technology and how their innovations have revolutionized our world. Readers will enjoy reading the stories behind each historic invention as well as the mini bios of the technology "STEM-gineers" who made them. Experiments and research challenges help reinforce concepts"-- Provided by publisher.

Includes index.

Technology rules the world -- Creating a current -- Capturing an image -- Sending a message -- Lighting our homes -- Talking on the line -- Airwave broadcasting -- Motion pictures -- Turning on the TV -- Sending safe signals -- The World Wide Web -- Mobile phone revolution -- Finding our way.