A humanoid robot developer expressed their insights about the co-existence of humans and AI-powered machines. Part of the dialogue is whether people should be afraid of the rise of human-like androids and other innovations that run through artificial intelligence technology.
The expert is undoubtedly an advocate of AI-powered robotics and their corresponding advantages based on his perspectives. However, the developer has certain reservations about giving artificial intelligence a pass to control modern-day weapons.
Engineered Arts CEO and humanoid robot innovator Will Jackson relayed some of his ideas about the topic in a recent report by Science Focus.
Difference in AI and Robots
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JANUARY 05: An Ameca model humanoid robot by British company Engineered Arts is displayed at CES 2022 at The Venetian Las Vegas on January 5, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ameca was designed as a research platform for human-robot interaction. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, is being held in person through January 7, with some companies deciding to participate virtually only or canceling their attendance due to concerns over the major surge in COVID-19 cases.
According to Jackson, he is well-versed in how to discern the differences between standard robots and AI despite the complexity of the field. In the recent conversation, the CEO was asked his opinions on whether humans should worry and be scared of the humanoid robots and what the potential steps could assure people from these negative concerns.
Jackson explained that there are many kinds of interests surrounding AI; however, the same AI people think about is not robots. He continued the real concern should be on the software embedded in the machines and the controls programmed to the software.
Jackson disagrees with letting weapon systems under the control of AI, stating that it is a "terrible idea."
Humanoid robots are not used in military services, but on the other hand, they utilize drones to drop bombs. The expert said that we should be concerned about the latter.
According to a report by The Sun, Jackson said that Engineered Arts did not have any projects related to defense, and the company is not interested in doing so.
Engineered Arts is a robotic enterprise that made the popular humanoid Ameca come to life. The robot gained the world's attention last year due to its unique ability to express human-like emotions and body movements.
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AI Humanoid and Fear of Human Destruction
Last quarter, Ameca grabbed a person's hand after one of the developers interfered with its personal space.
Jackson explained that they understand why large portions of the global population are scared of AI robots. The CEO told in the interview that people tend to imagine a Terminator scene and quickly jump to the end of the world, but the expert would not worry about the case.
Jackson implied that if an AI wanted to destroy humanity, it would not send a humanoid robot. Instead, artificial intelligence will focus on detonating warheads, which is faster than robots running around and chasing people with guns. In conclusion, according to Jackson, humanoid robots themselves are not the real problem.
Ameca was developed to test artificial Intelligence systems and modern-day machine learning but was designed to be non-threatening.
Elon Musk recently announced Tesla's intent to dive into AI humanoid enterprise. In recent news, the electric automobile company is currently developing a Tesla Bot called 'Optimus,' a human companion that could also contribute to work services.
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