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In some works of science fiction -LRB- and , more rarely , fantasy -RRB- , mecha , giant robots , meka , or mechs are piloted or remote-controlled limbed vehicles .. science fiction. science fiction. fantasy. fantasy. They are generally , though not necessarily , bipedal .. bipedal. bipedal. The distinction between low-end mecha and their smaller cousins , the powered armor suits , is blurred ; in general , anything large enough to have a cockpit where the pilot is seated is usually considered a mecha .. powered armor. powered armor. This article is a list of mecha shown in television shows , films , and other forms of entertainment media .. In most stories in which they appear , mecha are war machines  : essentially armored fighting vehicles with legs instead of treads or wheels .. Some stories have them used for civilian purposes such as heavy construction work , police functions , or firefighting .. police. police. firefighting. firefighting. For more information about mecha in general , see the article on Mecha .. Mecha. Mecha