SPLASH 2008: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN THE 21 ST CENTURY Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence (AI) The branch of computer science which aims to create machines with “intelligence” or making intelligence machines. Basis of field is that “intelligence” can be portrayed by a machine. Which raises many philosophical questions. What is Artificial Intelligence?

Medical Diagnosis Robot Control Law Stock Trading Toys Applications of AI

AI Effect When a discovered technique of human intelligence reaches mainstream (in the form of toys or medical equipment) it is no longer considered artificial intelligence but enter artificial life (a field of study which examines systems related to life).

Laws of Robotics Isaac Asimov wrote a set of three rules in his classic I, Robot which all robots must obey:  A robot may not injure a human being or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm.  A robot must obey orders given to it by human beings, except where such orders would conflict with the First Law.  A robot must protect its own existence as long as such protection does not conflict with the First or Second Law.

Applications of AI AI technology could have some undesired consequences for the human race:  Decreased demand for human labor  Enhancement of human ability or experience  Redefinition of human identity and basic values (e.g. intelligence)

AI in Science Fiction Servants: Star Wars (R2D2) Comrade: Star Trek Lt. Commander Data Extension of Human Abilities: Ghost in the Shell Conqueror: The Matrix A Race: Starcraft

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE 2045 Challenges & Opportunities

Man vs. Machine Several futurists argue that artificial intelligence will transcend the limits of progress and human intelligence. This idea is based on Moore’s Law:  Relentless exponential improvement in digital technology with uncanny accuracy.  This law predicts that desktop computers will have the same processing power as human brains by the year 2029.

Moore’s Law  This law predicts that desktop computers will have the same processing power as human brains by the year  2045: AI will reach a point where it is able to improve itself at a rate that far exceeds anything in the past.

Cyborgs Several futurists believe that human beings and robots will merge to create cyborgs (e.g. Star Trek Data) more capable and powerful than either. This idea is called transhumanism. Ghost in the Shell is an example of transhumanism in fiction.

James McLurkin MIT CSAIL Robotics Engineer One of the world’s leading designers of robot “swarms”-group of robots that work together for a greater purpose. Robotics

Cynthia Breazeal MIT MIT Media Lab A young engineer who designs robots to communicate and interact the way people do. Robotics

ANT SWARM STIMULATION Activity 2

Swarm Robot Activity Handout Follow Instructor’s Directions Handout

Computer Science Electrical Engineering Studying computers and its applications and tackling problems to provide more efficient computer applications and equipment. Applying knowledge of electricity and its applications to tackle new problems facing society. Careers in AI