The latest developments in technology have shaped the way in which civilizations have evolved. When humans discovered alloys like brass, that age came to be known as the brass age. Likewise, when humans discovered iron, that age came to be known as the iron age, etc.
Today, people are living in the digital age. At present, people cannot imagine their lives without computers and uninterrupted internet service. Even the slightest disruption in internet services disrupts business transactions worth millions of dollars.
Every invention in the field of electronics and computers is pushing the digital frontier. The advances in science and technology are happening at such a fast pace and it may be difficult for the common public to keep track of all the changes. So, if you have not been able to learn about the latest changes in science and technology, this blog post should be helpful.
What Is New In The World Of Science And Tech
Revolutionary changes in the field of science and technology take a lot of time. However, path-breaking changes change the course of history. 3 dimensional (3D) Printing, the development of robots, the Internet of things, the fifth generation of communication etc, have been some of the most revolutionary changes in the past two or three decades. Some of these transformational inventions are discussed below. Also, the far-reaching impact that these technologies can have on our lives is discussed in this post.
Robotics And Technology
- Robotics is a branch of engineering and computer science. The ultimate aim of a robotics engineer is to create an efficient and human-like robot. Usually, robots are used to produce iterative tasks. For instance, if a factory unit has to cap bottles for thousands of bottles, it is best to dedicate the task to a robot.
- Modern robots have made it possible to perform the most complex surgeries with minimal incision. Likewise, these robots have also made machine driven cars a possibility. However, designing such advanced robots requires the development of modern chips, circuits and materials with unique properties.
- Modern robots need actuators that use stored energy to move a body part (arms or legs) of the robot. At times, the actuators move using hydraulic power (power generated by stored fluid in a confined space). In some other cases, the actuators can be mechanical and are driven by motors.
- Modern robots also use electroactive polymers. These polymers are nothing but plastic, which have unique electrical properties. These electroactive polymers, as the name suggests, contract with the passage of electricity. So, as components of modern robots, these substances can change form or move when an appropriate electric field is applied.
Regenerative AI (Artificial Intelligence)
- Artificial intelligence aims to mimic human intelligence with the use of machine learning. The basic idea is that when a machine learns several human responses for a particular action, it recognizes the pattern. Once the pattern has been recognized, the machine can deliver a human-like reaction or solution.
- Artificial intelligence-based searches require prompts. The better the prompt to the machine the more precise the result. It can be said that regenerative artificial intelligence is the next frontier in the field of AI.
- In regenerative AI, artificial intelligence can be used to create texts, images etc. So, now you can give a prompt to generate poetry. Writing poetry or creating an image requires creativity. Hence, it may not be wrong to suggest that modern AI has been able to mimic (to some extent) human creativity.
Ad Blocker Technology
- Ad blocker technology prevents the appearance of ads in videos, websites etc. Now, these ad blockers function via pattern detection and pattern recognition.
- The ad blocker technology uses filters. These filters are used to filter out website URLs that match a given pattern (of ad websites). When you install an ad filter, it works even when you have switched tabs. When you switch tabs the ad blockers reapplies the filter again to remove ads.
- There are three main advantages of using an ad blocker. First, it removes any unnecessary distractions while consuming any form of content. Second, it protects your privacy. Third-party sites can collect information about your preferences via ads. The presence of an ad blocker prevents these third-party sites from gathering information about the user's likes or dislikes. The third advantage of using a digital ad blocker is it protects you from cyber fraud. In many cases, ads may contain links that lead to malicious websites.
- If you use a digital ad blocker, it works well for social media portals and multiple applications. So, the ad blockers work well for torrent, YouTube, Skype etc.
Three Dimensional Printing Or 3D Printing
- In simple terms, three-dimensional Printing can be termed additive manufacturing. In additive manufacturing several layers (hundreds or even thousands) are laid one on top of the other to create a solid structure. Additive manufacturing has a major advantage over regular manufacturing as it allows precise construction of hollow parts.
- 3D Printing has varied applications. 3D Printing has been used to create innovative cake designs and to also make the most sophisticated parts for modern cars and computers. So, right from bakeries to next-generation automobile applications, 3D Printing has tremendous applications. So, if you wish to start a modern bakery, you need a 3D printer and a digital cake design.
- Most people expect 3D Printing to bring revolutionary changes in the field of medical science. There have been attempts to print human organs like the heart using 3D Printing. Construction of the blood vessel network in a beating heart is difficult. Hence, 3D Printing has a significant advantage over regular Printing in such cases.
Internet Of Things
- In simple terms, the Internet of Things or IoT, is an integrated network of devices. The specialty of this network is that the devices can talk to each other. So, the devices in IoT can sense that they have senses. The devices can connect with each other. These devices can exchange data with each other.
- Most people can see the utility of the Internet of Things in their households. Most modern households can operate connected devices by voice command. So, if the music system of your home recognizes your voice, you can simply ask it to start and stop. Likewise, if the oven in your kitten recognizes your voice, you can command it to turn off when the tea boils. Hence, depending on the number of devices that are connected you can literally control every appliance at your home.
IoT furthers the goal of automation. If all the devices at your home could be connected via the Internet, you could automate your entire daily routine.
5G Communication
- 5G communication stands for fifth-generation communication. Where each generation stands for the advancements in communication technology. So, the second generation is more advanced than the first. The third generation is more advanced than the second, and so on. With each successive generation, the latency in loading content (videos and photos) in the mobile phone decreases. So, with a 5G connection, you do not have to wait for hours to buffer a movie scene.
Many world leaders have started implementing 5G connectivity to the public. The introduction of improved communication networks can include better connectivity, even in remote areas. However, people should not forget that the full-fledged rollout of 5G connectivity is difficult. It requires adequate investment in infrastructure building.
Conclusion
The latest trends in science and technology give hope for rapid industrial development. With improved facilities for automation the efficiency of workplaces will go up. With the development of modern robots, the turnover times of factories will go down. Developments like the Internet of Things will improve people’s lives. The advances in 3D Printing can work wonders for the biomedical field. Digital ad blockers can protect the privacy of individuals. These digital ad blockers can reduce the chances of cyber crimes and data breaches.
Rapid development in technology requires a concerted effort from multiple stakeholders. So, policymakers, industrialists and even the common public have to work together for smoother reforms.
