Engineering Vision Technology: Revolution And Optimism

The world wants confident engineers who can foresee and manage the unknown and unexpected problems, and appreciate the human dimensions of emerging technologies. This book is an attempt to deliberate upon these issues for the welfare of humankind.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 164 pages
\n Publication date: 01 April 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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In a world where opportunities abound, even the most challenging tasks become attainable if there is a market. This creates a dilemma between our wants and needs, as technology increasingly seeks to fulfill our desires. With the power of technology, it seems that anything is possible and that we can create anything we desire. However, the center of gravity within the engineering profession is shifting, and the world demands confident engineers who can anticipate and manage the unknown and unexpected problems. Engineers are expected to have a global perspective, understanding the nuances of working in diverse cultural spaces. They are also called upon to appreciate the human dimensions of emerging technologies, recognizing the impact they have on individuals and society.

As we navigate this rapidly evolving landscape, we raise numerous questions. Do we take pride in designing and manufacturing a product, just as we take pride in packaging it? Are we cultivating the right kind of engineering mindset? What essential tools should be included in a general engineering toolkit? Are there enough challenging jobs in the manufacturing industry to attract talented engineers? Should we allow the creation of future elites who have augmented themselves with artificial intelligence and genetic engineering, without inventing ways to manage their extraordinary abilities? Can engineering surpass the limits of life itself? Should we be optimistic about the future of technology? Are we working harder than necessary? Can technology improve work-life balance? Is society prepared to face the challenges of exponential development?

These are the concerns that span science, engineering, technology, and society as a whole. This book serves as a platform for deliberation, aimed at promoting the well-being of humankind. It explores these issues in depth, seeking to provide insights and solutions that can shape a brighter future for all.

\n Weight: 416g\n
Dimension: 156 x 237 x 18 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781032012131\n \n