Category: Technology

The purposeful application of information in the design, production, and utilization of goods and services, and in the organization of human activities liesthe technology. But is it just coined to these activities? No, technology as a term and as a concept has a much wider application than the activities mentioned above.

Everything is going to change more in the next ten years than it has in the last hundred, so it’s difficult to think about 100 years in the future. To think about an indefinite future is very interesting. No one knows the world after 100 years. We can just guess about it and by guessing we can also include our perspectives and predictions in it right?

So let us see the futuristic world from our perspective and witness the inception to an era of techno-verse. Presently there are various technological discoveries and inventions going on in various fields, from A of Agriculture to Z of Zano technology. The world is changing with every passing second. But here are few tech discoveries which could shape up our future from good to complete awesomeness!

The following are the basic 9 concepts which could change our lifestyle in future.

1. Concept flying Plank Slide Hoverboard
2. Folding fan cellphone
3. Electric scooter with one wheel or Moto Pogo
4. Flexible roll tablet
5. 3D printed bridge
6. LED lamp with life span of 37 years
7. Boeing Starliner-7
8. iOven
9. Mirror and transparent OLED displays

The following are the basic 5 concepts predicted two decades ago which are making our lives simple now.

1. Concept of tablet & phablet
2. Electric Cars
3. Hybrid Cars
4. LED TVs
5. WiFi

As we can see that the predictions that were made over two decades ago have all been turned into reality. So with those predictions having been made for the future, for them to turn out into reality would be much more expected.

Technology is not just a tiny thread but it’s a complete cotton mill. The world needs it. It embraces the same to get the same in return.

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The world with its diversity in terms of education is getting competitive day-by-day. The level of education has risen. There is a need of exploration, need to discover something new. It is something which not many are capable of as well as something which not many are fond of. The exploration here means none other than the world of Robotics.

If you are an aspiring student who has Mathematics as his strength and you are pretty much interested in dealing with construction, designing and operation then at first place I would say that you have that engineer configuration in you.

Engineering over here is not a mechanical / electrical engineering or computer science but in turn the branch of these engineering called as Robotics. Even if you don’t have the features mentioned above, you shall gain knowledge once you opt in, but remember Mathematics is the prerequisite.

Students with the changing trends are more inclined towards technical studies than the management ones. That’s not just because it will provide them with a great salary package or it would help them to establish themselves easily, but the fact that the technical studies nowadays are very creative. With the usage of leading design software such Revit and 3DMax which are used in Construction Engineering which not only makes the process creative but rather much more explorative.

Importance of CAD in Robotic Engineering

One of the most important factors which will play a pivotal role in the imaginative and creative development of students is the one which would take place with the help of CAD. It is through 3D CAD that the students actually be able to simulate the capabilities of a robot with the help of a review. CAD helps the students to broaden their perspective by providing them various opportunities for effective and creative design which would mostly take place in either 2D or 3D. Thus it’s important for an aspiring student to get his hands on the CAD and master the art of 2D and 3D designing.

What does Robotics Engineering consists of?

Robotics Engineering basically is a blend of technical studies and creative desires which includes design, operation, construction, application of robots, controlling them with the computer system, sensory feedback as well as information processing to get the desired results.Robotics aims at dealing with the machines which are automated that can replace humans in the treacherous environment and manufacturing process.

Why students have a craze for Robotics Engineering?

They are inspired by Steven Spielberg, or maybe one of those who are a huge fan of Iron Man or the Avengers, etc. Yes, the reason that you can be the next Tony Stark is what amuses many of the aspiring candidates as they are to learn about how to develop and construct robotic devices which can be used for a variety of manufacturing, commercial and security purpose.

 

Stages of Robotics Engineering:

• Undergraduate programs
• Graduate degree programs
• Master level programs

Both the programs are blended with the elements of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and computer science. Students in today’s time have a strong hold on Mathematics and Science, one of the few subjects where one can score out of. It is their creative and technical approach towards these two subjects that shapes up the future of the student, whose creation is incepted when he/she is just in 8th Grade.

In today’s time, people are in awe with the engineers and one thing that encourages talented and visionary students are that they know that engineering stands tall against any other stream. The normal people actually see the engineers as the ”super-humans”, who can build robots, rockets, vehicles etc. and there is an ample of job opportunities that are waiting for you, once you are done.

The following are the job opportunity and perhaps the reason why students are inclined towards Robotics engineering:

• You can work as a laboratory assistant
• You can also work as Robotics testing assistant
• You can become a Robotics programmer
• You can work as Robotics systems controller
• You can work as Robotics quality assurance technician

How do I make it to the Robotics Engineering?

While the students are in their degree program, they are made to focus deeply on the engineering theories, mathematical foundations and practical implementation as well as testing of robotic device along with substantial lab work. So first prerequisite is that you have to take-up the Science stream, then opt for any of those three courses in engineering and once you are familiar with robotics, you simply have an idea that whether you want to make it your career or not.

Robotics engineering does not just offer a bachelor’s program but also a Master’s program which comprises of final robotics projects and few theses. Graduate degree programs in robotics engineering are far more prevalent than undergraduate degree programs and all those aspiring students who hold bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science and particularly those interested in creating and designing robotic systems, robotics engineering is surely made for you.

For people looking for smart, chip-enabled fashion, 2015 promises to be the year to watch out for. Android wear, Apple wear, GOQii Life, Sony arm bands, Garmin Vivofit and more are set to be our permanent round-the-clock assistants. Says Kamlesh Bhatia, research director Gartner: “Adoption of wearables was nascent in 2014 and will pick up in 2015 for applications spanning safety and security.” Bhatia sees people using devices connected to healthcare apps on their smartphones to monitor themselves continuously.

According to Silicon Valley entrepreneur and investor Vinod Khosla, in future 80% of what doctors do will be replaced by machines. The likes of Samsung Galaxy S5 with a built-in heart monitor and Sony Xperia Z via its life-logging app come in handy for people keen on real-time health updates. In Bengaluru, an MIT spun out start-up, JanaCare, is working on sensors that can be fitted on the mobile to replace the clinic.

“In the US, insurance companies are driving use of wearables — offering sops like reduced premiums for those continuously monitoring their health via wearables.” Bhatia said.

More people are buying wearables. On Flipkart’s online marketplace, Martian watches, Moto360 smartwatch and Garmin Vivofit fitness band are among popular werables. On Amazon.in, GOQii Life is among popular products in the entire sports, fitness and outdoors department.

Even as wearables become the must-have products, some challenges are going to amplify, especially on privacy and security. Questions have been raised on how Google Glass could be used to record meetings or photograph sensitive data. In October, the Motion Picture Association of America banned use of Google Glass and other wearable devices in theatres. In the US, some restaurants banned Google Glass on privacy concerns.

These trends point to a growth-oriented, yet challenging 2015 for wearables.

Google Glass is a wearable computer with an optical head-mounted display that is being developed by Google in the Project Glass research and development project, with a mission of producing a mass-market ubiquitous computer. Google Glass displays information in a Smartphone-like hands-free format that can communicate with the Internet via natural language voice commands.

Voice activation

Other than the touchpad, Google Glass can be controlled using “voice actions”. To activate Glass, wearers tilt their heads 30° upward (which can be altered for preference) or tap the touchpad, and say “O.K., Glass.” Once Glass is activated, wearers can say an action, such as “Take a picture”, “Record a video”, “Hangout with [person/Google+ circle]”, “Google ‘what year was Wikipedia founded?'”, “Give me directions to the Eiffel Tower”, and “Send a message to John”(many of these commands can be seen in a product video released in February 2013).

Technical specifications

Android 4.0.4 and higher

640×360 display

5-megapixel camera, capable of 720p video recording

Wi-Fi 802.11b/g

Bluetooth

16GB storage (12 GB available)

682MB RAM “proc”.

3 axis gyroscope

3 axis accelerometer

3 axis magnetometer (compass)

Ambient light sensing and proximity sensor

Bone conduction transducer

 

When we think of augmented reality, we tend to think of Google Glass or Vuzix glasses that overlay pertinent information on the world we see. The technology supporting those glasses has transitioned over to everyday objects that can be used without wearing unappealing eyewear. For example, a Los Angeles smart space installation uses a digitally augmented table and book that allows visitors to use hand gestures to explore digital media.

The Multi-Surface Experience, put together by the digital signage firm The Hive and the architectural firm Gensler, serves as an eye-catching centerpiece in the lobby of Gensler’s Los Angeles office. The digitally augmented table was designed by architecture students from the California Polytechnic School in collaboration with Gensler. Its streamlined curves make it look like a ceramic gravy ladle when viewed from the side. The table itself is striking, but there are no electronics housed within its natural wood and HI-MACS overlaid structure. You also won’t find any electronics in the book, which showcases architectural works from Gensler.

The digital magic displayed on the table’s surface actually comes from a projector and Kinect sensor positioned directly above the centerpiece. People use hand gestures and tap buttons projected on the table itself to navigate the book, which shows information on a 4K Planar display mounted on a wall behind the table.

One of the unique aspects of this setup is that the digital interface is immediately oriented to the individual’s location, no matter where the individual stands in relation to the table.

The system uses a Canon REALiS WUX5000 to project the digital interface. Once the subject matter is selected, it is displayed on the Planar Clarity screen for review. The content from the book flows on the display using YCD/Wall software, while YCD/CMS is used in conjunction with The Hive’s specialized software for the actual interaction. As interesting and as cool as it looks, the technology is currently on display only at Gensler’s LA lobby.