The Pandemic has brought about seriously considered developments in all fields of technology. Our use of media, A.I. and all things technical have skyrocketed these past few years, as voluntary and forced isolation became our policy of the day. The business has not been better for this futuristic sector.
For our elderly, hospitalized, young at heart citizens a need has developed, developing seeking tools that will activate our minds, indulge our fantasies, be with us no matter what state of mind we are in and maintain a connection to society also. Tools that inform, teach, stimulate and focus upon us.
A.I.: Robotics has taken massive leaps these past few years, introducing us to artificial intelligence once seen in science fiction movies. Robots that can not only function as tools programmed to set parameters but respond to their client’s facial, voice tones and movements. Whether you need a companion looking like a dog, or a futuristic cyborg, the technology is progressing daily, and large corporations are developing computer systems connecting these devices directly to human requirements.
Holograms: We have seen concerts where a hologram of “Prince” appears to entertain, or seeing a couple get married and appear to their loved ones across the ocean in a hologram. Image a choir of talented singers appear to a group of shut-ins at a seniors home, or a senior Citizen receiving a visit from their family members while on a hologram. This can now be done, although costly, with availability cost will become affordable to all. With the added benefit given to all that these hologram systems will be long lasting, allowing lets say, a relative saying their good bye’s to family, as a memory available at any time.
Smart glasses and VR: Capable of incorporating holograms and set programs, these devices make relationships, travel, active living available to all while not leaving their homes. Whether virtual reality or reality is your intention, these devices introduce variety and spice to one’s life. They also are important parts of higher education programs. Say you are a doctor who needs to carry out a heart transplant. These devices can put the doctor through an actual operation, allowing for historic reflex and learning. Do ever wants to skydive? Put on the glasses and away you go.
Artificial Intelligence can be an asset to humanity, a tool of convenience presently to the well off, but the future promises that the average citizen may well have the chance to experience the magic of this scientific sector. What is planned for the future? Imagine a room or house where a system is located with a imprint upon one or more individuals. The psychological and physical aspects of these residents are known to the system. Multi purpose technologies can interact with them, providing all forms of attention, communication and support. The system is connected to a central observing center whose job is to maintain and instigate possible responses to the resident’s needs. Humanity found and interacted within A.I.’s environment, controlled but also very flexible.
Governments are partnering with various corporations to develop programs and tools that can be injected into hospitals, senior living, the workplace too. Investments with profound controls will hopefully bring The A.I. Revolution to your community soon.
Steven Kaszab
Bradford, Ontario
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