Chronicling Robots Since 2011
Ultimately, last week’s terror attack in Lower Manhattan was halted by the bravery and skill of New York’s finest – Officer Ryan Nash. As authorities investigate new technologies to keep citizens safe it is unclear if intelligent machines could have prevented or alerted first responders sooner to prevent loss of life. Enhancing law enforcement with … Read more
As a child of Holocaust survivors, I am appalled by Trump’s plan to counter terrorism. The apparent front runner, of this latest reality TV show, has suggested three steps to confront the threat: 1) stop immigration (of anyone of different faith); 2) halt freedom of speech (or parts of the Internet); and 3) hunt down declared enemies and their families (regardless of jurisprudence). … Read more
In honor of Israel Independence day today, I have dedicated the page today to the top five greatest robotic inventions of the Jewish State. These robots are not abstract ideas but practical tools that are in currently in the field protecting the 8 million citizens of the land of milk & honey. The EyeDrive tops … Read more
I have traveled many times and wondered, is there an IQ test to become a TSA agent. It appears from today’s latest headline, “TSA Agent Makes 95 Year-old Woman Remove Adult Diaper,” that a Robot might have better judgement. Yes, Depends needs to re-design for enhanced pat downs. I am clearly not the first to … Read more