In practice
AI in machine control is a positive evolution
It’s a challenging time for Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the wider public have dramatically become aware and been able to access the technology. Broad public consciousness has mushroomed as tools like ChatGPT became mainstream in just a few months. However, this hasn’t been all good news for the technology as there have been many more negative press stories about its potential misuse than its power for good. The break-out of AI has stirred negative associations from fiction and gaming about rogue machines and computers wreaking havoc. It is important the engineering community is aware and communicates the benefits of the technology, differentiating the industrial applications where we can massively improve productivity, reduce energy consumption, and become more competitive.
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