AI And Robotics: Hype Or Reality?
Electronics For You|October 2019
Artificial intelligence (AI) is coming to a point where action, not talk, is needed. While there are fears and inflated expectations of what AI can do, much of it is hype and a far cry from what it can actually achieve today
AI And Robotics: Hype Or Reality?

No doubt, artificial intelligence (AI) is the buzzword of the 21st century. Sometimes, buzzwords are important because they make a huge impact on emerging technologies and pave the way to explore new things. Many companies are rushing to be the first ones to realise the potential of AI technology. AI is already almost everywhere, and we may not even realise it. For example, Amazon’s shopping, Netflix’s recommendations, Alexa and Siri all use AI. Many insurance companies and banks are also using AI. In case these companies are not using AI now, they soon will.

These days AI is a subject that everyone seems to have an opinion on. However, this also creates confusion and misinformation surrounding this technology. There is a lot of hype in the media and some of it can be scary. So, what is hype and what is real? Let us check out some facts in this article, including technology, business and application. But before going to these facts, let us take a look at the hype cycle that provides a graphical and conceptual presentation of the maturity of emerging technologies.

The hype cycle

Hype cycle highlights the emerging technologies expected to have a significant impact on industry, business, society and individual over the next few years. Hype cycle chart from Gartner shows that there are many AI-based emerging technologies in the market. Some of the listed emerging technologies will be dropped after due course of time if they do not contribute significantly as per expectations and market demand. The chart can also be helpful for innovators and developers to work on these technologies.

AI startups

This story is from the October 2019 edition of Electronics For You.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.

This story is from the October 2019 edition of Electronics For You.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.

MORE STORIES FROM ELECTRONICS FOR YOUView All
Smart WATER SERVING ROBOT
Electronics For You

Smart WATER SERVING ROBOT

With the advent of artificial intelligence, robots find application in various sectors such as industry, homes, bars, restaurants, events, agriculture, and even space.

time-read
3 mins  |
April 2024
Multi-Purpose Wire-Loop SECURITY SYSTEM
Electronics For You

Multi-Purpose Wire-Loop SECURITY SYSTEM

This multi-purpose security system utilises wire loops to secure items. Wire loops can be employed in various ways for security applications such as luggage security, bike security, bicycle security, room security, and door security.

time-read
3 mins  |
April 2024
The Importance Of RADIATION PATTERN OF AN ANTENNA
Electronics For You

The Importance Of RADIATION PATTERN OF AN ANTENNA

Look beyond an antenna’s size and gain; its radiation pattern holds the key to its performance. Understanding this can unlock a whole new perspective on wireless communication

time-read
2 mins  |
April 2024
"Capitalise On 'CHINA PLUS TWO,' Where Products With Higher Value Addition BECOME THE FOCUS"
Electronics For You

"Capitalise On 'CHINA PLUS TWO,' Where Products With Higher Value Addition BECOME THE FOCUS"

EPIC Foundation aims to transform India into an electronics hardware product nation by collaborating with governments, universities, design houses, and startups.

time-read
7 mins  |
April 2024
ADDING LOCATION TRACKING To The Wearable Interface Device
Electronics For You

ADDING LOCATION TRACKING To The Wearable Interface Device

Here’s how you can add location tracking, without GPS, to the project for a smartwatch like HID with keyboard and touchpad, which was published in March issue.

time-read
2 mins  |
April 2024
"NATUREINSPIRED ADAS ALGOS Will Be MUCH BETTER Than Robotic Paradigm Algos"
Electronics For You

"NATUREINSPIRED ADAS ALGOS Will Be MUCH BETTER Than Robotic Paradigm Algos"

Most of the ADASenabled vehicles of today function on algorithms (algos) inspired by robots used in a logistics setup. Can ADAS algos inspired by the human brain and nature be better? In a conversation with EFY's Mukul Yudhveer Singh, Gagandeep Reehal, Co-Founder, CEO & CTO, Minus Zero, illustrates this using the 'sunset mistaken for red light' example, shedding light on where India's Minus Zero is headed!

time-read
4 mins  |
April 2024
NEW EV POLICY: Will It Kill More Than Two Birds With One Stone?
Electronics For You

NEW EV POLICY: Will It Kill More Than Two Birds With One Stone?

With China taking the lead in electric vehicle production and sales in many global markets, can India’s new electric vehicle manufacturing policy encourage champion brands to set up shop in India? Can this policy be the turning point for India’s automobile industry’s bid to go global?

time-read
8 mins  |
April 2024
A Device That Enables SELLING UNUSED INTERNET DATA From Your Mobile Network
Electronics For You

A Device That Enables SELLING UNUSED INTERNET DATA From Your Mobile Network

What if you could sell your remaining mobile data before the end of the month or even daily? Christophe Bureau, a Board Member of DotDot, in a conversation with EFY’s Mukul Yudhveer Singh, sheds light on what the Dot device offers beyond assisting users in selling their unused internet data

time-read
2 mins  |
April 2024
"EV INDUSTRY'S In The Compounding Stage Of BATTERY CELL TECHNOLOGY"
Electronics For You

"EV INDUSTRY'S In The Compounding Stage Of BATTERY CELL TECHNOLOGY"

As sodium-ion battery packs gain attention in India, does this spell a bleak future for lithium-ion batteries? Furthermore, where does hydrogen stand as a fuel cell and combustion fuel? Dr Yashodhan Pramod Gokhale, CTO of Battrix, weighs in

time-read
4 mins  |
April 2024
ASSISTIVE AI: Semiconductor Design, Manufacture, And Workforce
Electronics For You

ASSISTIVE AI: Semiconductor Design, Manufacture, And Workforce

Together, human intelligence and AI create a powerful synergy, highlighting the vital lesson for the semiconductor workforce: adapt to new technologies

time-read
3 mins  |
April 2024