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nanorobot dangerous?
Some people believe that nanorobot would not turn on their
creator because nanorobot would need fuel or software to stay
alive. Maybe we spent too much time watching science fiction
stories about artificial intelligence on the Sci-Fi Channel.
Should we make nanorobots that have the capability to self-replicate?
There are two different opposing sides according to De Garis,
head of Starlab Artificial Brain Project in Europe. The Cosmiscists
say, ”Yes, nanorobots should have the capability to self-replicate.
The Terrans say, “No, we do not want technology to destroy
ourselves.” (Garis)
Why self replication?
To alleviate production cost, manufacturers of nanorobots
try to construct a robot that will have the ability to create
other nanorobots so we do not have to rely on human labor
that is costly.
“Computer and constructor both shrink to molecular
scale, while constructor takes on additional detail consistent
with the desire to manipulate molecular structrures with
atomic precision. The two major subsystem of constructor
are positional capability and the tip chemistry.”(Merkle).
Risks?
Merkle believes that self-replicating nanorobots can annihilate
the Earth if we do not check on them. Consequently, we must
retain them carefully during transportation, handling, and
programming. (Merkle)
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