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Robotics

Forget Iron Man: Skintight Suits Are The Future Of Robotic Exoskeletons

Steve Davis University Of Salford
July 13, 2016

Exoskeletons don't have to be the bulky armor-like suits imagined in science fiction. Researchers are developing soft, wearable robots that mimic muscle movements. These  "second skins" could potentially have uses in everything from physiotherapy to the military.

 
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Robots

We Need Ethical Robots. Asimov's Laws Are A Good Way To Start

Benjamin Kuipers Professor Of Computer Science And Engineering University Of Michigan
June 27, 2016

The world is approaching the time when robots in our daily lives will be making decisions about how to act. What guidelines should we give them?

As robots become integrated into society more widely, we need to be sure they’ll behave well among us. In 1942, science fiction writer Isaac Asimov attempted to lay out a philosophical and moral framework for ensuring robots serve humanity, and guarding against their becoming destructive overlords.
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Algorithms and Automation Will Give Us More Freedom and Control

Daniel Castroinformation Technology And Innovation Foundation
July 08, 2014
Thermostats that automatically adjust the heating and cooling based on a home’s occupancy. Cars that automatically brake to avoid collisions, like when a child runs into the street.
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