Chapter 1.4, Problem 4AAQ

Explanation of Solution

New Technological Innovation that will drive the next great era in humanity:

Artificial Intelligence (AI):

• It refers to the intelligence displayed by machines as compared to intelligence displayed by humans and other animals.
• It is also known as Machine Learning. Automated transportation which uses AI will be commonly used in future.
• Robots will be used for dangerous jobs such as diffusing bombs. Robots can be used as friends and for providing improved elder care.

Automation:

• Automation is the controlling a system using highly automated means, limiting human intervention to a minimum.
• Most jobs in the future will be highly automated as it increases productivity even though it encourages job displacement.
• Improvement in data analytics tools as more and more sensors are deployed which improves decision making skill of people in future.

3-D printing:

Using this people can forge their digital design into a solid real life product...