Emerging Tech Chapter 1

Questions and Answers

What is the significance of the fourth Industrial Revolution?

It represents a major shift in technologies such as robotics, IoT, additive manufacturing, and autonomous vehicles.

Which of the following technologies are considered currently emerged technologies?

Telegraphs

Artificial Intelligence (correct)

Steam Engines

Cloud Computing (correct)

The term 'Emerging Technologies' only refers to new technologies.

False

The root word of 'Technology' is derived from the Greek word __________.

tekhnologia Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of data in emerging technologies?

Data is regarded as a new oil and strategic asset that drives the future of science, technology, and the economy. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four basic kinds of programmable devices?

Memory, Microprocessors, Logic, and Networks. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Industrial Revolutions with their key characteristics:

IR 1.0 = Mechanization through water and steam power IR 2.0 = Mass production and electrical power IR 3.0 = Digital revolution and digital electronics IR 4.0 = Cyber-physical systems and AI integration Signup and view all the answers

What is Human-Machine Interaction (HMI)?

HMI refers to the communication and interaction between a human and a machine via a user interface. Signup and view all the answers

The first Industrial Revolution began in the United States.

False Signup and view all the answers

What are some emerging technologies expected to trend in 2024?

AI Generated Content, Quantum Computing, 5G Expansion, and Autonomous Vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to Emerging Technologies

Focus on the evolution and significance of technologies in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Understand the variety of hardware and software technologies that impact socio-economic domains.
Importance of technological platforms and Application Programming Interface (API) standards.

Evolution of Technologies

Emerging technology (ET) refers to new technologies or the ongoing development of existing ones.
Generally reserved for technologies that will create significant social or economic impacts.
Anticipated developments within five to ten years.

Historical Context of Industrial Revolution

The Industrial Revolution transitioned societies from manual production to mechanized manufacturing, beginning in the late 1700s.
Took place primarily in England, transforming labor efficiency and urbanization.
The American Industrial Revolution marked significant innovations in manufacturing from 1820 to 1870.

Major Industrial Revolutions

IR 1.0: Introduced steam power, mechanization, and the factory system after the late 1700s.
IR 2.0: Technological Revolution recognized for innovations in electrical power, resulting in mass production and extensive transportation networks in the late 1800s.
IR 3.0: Digital Revolution marked by the shift to digital electronics and the introduction of computers and the Internet in the late 1950s.
IR 4.0: Current stage characterized by smart systems and autonomous machines, focusing on robotics, IoT, and AI.

Technologies in the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Key technologies: Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Augmented Reality, Cloud Computing, IoT, Big Data, and Robotic Process Automation (RPA).

Role of Data

Data is considered the new oil and a strategic asset, driving innovation and economic opportunities.
Importance of data science and analytics across various disciplines, including computing, health, and social sciences.

Enabling Devices and Networks

Four basic types of programmable devices: Memory, Microprocessors, Logic Devices, and Networks.
Networks facilitate data sharing between computers and devices, exemplified by the Internet.
Prominent programmable devices include FPGAs and PLCs from various manufacturers.

Human to Machine Interaction (HMI)

HMI involves user communication with machines via user interfaces, emphasizing natural user interactions.
Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) studies the synergy between humans and computers to enhance usability and satisfaction.
Disciplines contributing to HCI include cognitive psychology, computer science, linguistics, engineering, and artificial intelligence.

Future Trends in Emerging Technologies

Trends in 2019 included advancements in 5G, autonomous devices, immersive experiences, and augmented analytics.
Projections for 2024 focus on AI-generated content, quantum computing, smart city IoT, and biotechnology in agriculture.
Technologies such as chatbots, VR/AR, and blockchain are increasingly shaping everyday life and business.

Description

Explore the evolution of technologies, role of data, enabling devices, human-machine interaction, and future trends in emerging technologies. Learn about the concepts of the 4th Industrial Revolution.