New technology is collectively the material and immaterial entities created through the application of both physical and mental effort to archive positive value. They include sophisticated tools and machines that could be used to resolve real-world complications and problems. New technology includes complex machines such as computers, robots among others as well as technical methods and skills. New technology also involves the application of science, art, and math for the advantage of better life. Like any other aspect of the world that has positive impacts, new technology has some negative impacts that could lead to adverse effects if not properly managed. Even though modern technology may cause unemployment when technology dominates all areas and also artificial intelligence may cause destruction both to human life or the environment, however, new technology has far more benefits to humans. And also, it will not harm the future rather it will make the future even better. Without a doubt, it will have a remarkable effect on almost all fields of life
In previous centuries before the evolution of new technology, humans adopted casual methods to get things done. This was rather difficult since it required too much time and it was rather tiresome since it required human beings to do a lot of the hard work. New technology started its evolution in the 19th century with human beings starting to come up with simple tools to make work easier and improving the tools they had at their disposal then. This gradually led to the creation and innovation of more sophisticated tools and gadgets that resulted in modern technology. Scientists, engineers, and physicians come up with new ideas and implement the ideas to enhance technology and apply the technology in the relevant discipline either medicine, transport system, military, communication or learning.
Emerging technology in the medical field has proved to bring up tremendous positive impact to the medical fraternity by improving medical facilities today as well as the future. Medical technology is a wide area where innovations play a key part in improving medical conditions in America and around the world thus essentially transforming the health care system. These innovations provide different and reliable solutions to chronic illnesses and try to revolutionize how treatment is done. “We believe consumer health technologies — apps, wearables, self-diagnosis tools — have the potential to strengthen the patient-physician connection and improve health outcomes”. (Dolan 2). This illustrates how technology has the profound ability to change the healthcare system by providing effective healthcare to the citizens and give more insight into the treatment of chronic diseases. Integrating technology into healthcare system ensures that patients spend less time during recoveries through improved monitoring of systems, better and comfortable scanning gear and minimally-invasive surgeries.
Creation of robots and robotic surgeries that do not even require physicians to be present in during operations permits for minimally-invasive processes that often leave the patients less scary and gives less time for recovery. The quote is also inclusive of how technology has improved medical research such that sciences can examine infections and maladies on a cellular level and produce useful antibodies against the diseases. Technology has advanced biotechnology and even more complex health facilities such as administering robotic prosthetic limbs to individuals who may have lost limbs through accidents or amputations, MRI machines and transfer of artificial organs. This proves the quotes idea that modern technology ensures effective medical services. Forthcoming medical technology breakthrough will enable physicians to detect diseases even before its progression which will reduce the diseases effects and lower treatment costs. Therefore, modern technology will not harm the future, on the contrary, it will largely contribute to the medical sector hence proves Skinner’s words on technology and medicine.
Robots have greatly revolutionized human life since they have the capability of reaching where humans are unable to reach on their own. A robot is simply a machine with a brain designed to perform specific functions. This technological advancement has made life easier by decreasing human workload through their artificial intelligence. Many scholars and robotic scientists and engineers write on robots since the discovery of robots. “A robot may not injure humanity or allow humanity to come to harm either through inaction or any other means but to bring good to humanity” (Grabianowski). The law of robotics elucidates that robots are built particularly to help humans in areas that they are designed to proving their usefulness to humans.
Robots are often used in NASA projects for surveillance and exploration of the solar system and space. The main robotics used for exploration are Remotely Manipulator System and Remotely Operated Vehicle. They help to capture data as well as visual footage thus enables humans to understand the environment better. Scientists rely on robotics to observe underwater creatures since they can dive into deep waters for a long time and still provide a closer look at marine life. The main idea brought about by this law on robotics is the impact of robotics on human life; robots have proved to be useful and effective in areas that they were designed to perform. Most industries, particularly industries that involve heavy lifting, opt to use robots to lift the heavy materials to ease the job. Technology through robots do not injure humanity, but somewhat they make human life better and much easier.
Modern technology is also incorporated in the military today, and more advances in technology are in place to further improve the sector to ensure the effective safety of the civilians and soldiers. The military technology involves the use of technology in warfare comprising of a wide range of technology that is military. Since the implementation of technology in this sector might involve casualties and loss of lives if mishandled, thorough research is always done by engineers and scientists to ensure the safety of the soldiers, civilians and the enemy as well. “It is not big armies that win wars and battles it is the good ones, strengthened by military technology” (Burton. 9). The quote expounds on the idea that technology improves and smartens military troops to win battles this is evidenced in superpower countries that have the best military technology. Technology has enabled superpower countries to come up with ballistic missiles which have enabled nuclear weaponry to be used across great distances.
The inclusion of the technology of rocket science guarantees the military to hit on any given target on Earth within minutes rather than not using this technology which will take hours or days thus tremendously boosting the military. Technology has also enabled the military to develop sensors and communication systems that effectively detect enemies and coordinate their movements as well as coordinating the movements of the military and guided weaponry. Cyberspace is a currently a new warfare domain in America developed by the DARPA which plans and manage cyber missions in dynamic and adverse network environments. Using robots in warfare that were developed through technology benefits to the humans since it will eliminate the act of putting persona at risk thus saving a lot of lives. All this technological advancement in the military will by far improve and strengthen to fight wars and crime.
The transport industry has immensely benefited from technology ranging from modernized vehicles and improved transport mediums such as roads, railways and air transport. New technologies in the sector are refining the efficiency of prevailing transport methods. Through technology, there’s elaborate route planning, accident prevention and improved safety on the road. The information and the source are obtained from E-learning industry. “Everywhere I go, I see incredible examples of communities that have a vision for transport and how it will impact the quality of life, mobility, economics, and opportunity through the application of technology.” (Brownstone. 3). Technology has had a great impact to transport and improve the quality of transport through the application and invention of lightweight vehicles which improve fuel consumption by over 6%. This is done through the manufacture of vehicles using lightweight materials by using other materials other than steel and cast iron.
The Hyperloop technology, which is a pneumatic tube that applies the idea of a series of linear induction to propel vehicles at high speeds, has applied technology to conduct long distance travels. Advanced jet engines took planes and air transport to a new level providing fast and smooth rides. Vehicles are also equipped with a controlled transmission that aid drivers to apply brakes and control temperature in the vehicles. Computer systems control mass transit in ships, airplanes, and railways.
Technology offers an idea that gives humans the prospect to have a gradual improvement regarding improvement. Technology is shifting our ways of dispensation and understanding of stuff thus altering our ways of learning. Learning sector accommodated technology some years ago, and the situation has bloomed since then. Technology has benefited learning by shifting it out of the classrooms and putting it in control of the learners. Bearing in mind that there are more communication gadgets and most of the world connected to the internet, learning has been provided with an avenue to be more effective curtsey of technology. Information is obtained from e Learning industry, this is one of the largest communities of professionals and designers in charge of instructions, and they connect with each other in an online platform that helps them to stay updated with news concerning the industry. “We need technology in every classroom and in every student and teacher’s hand, because it is the pen and paper of our time, and it is the lens through which we experience much of our world” (Keogh .2). Enhancement of internet connection and increase in the number and use of mobile phones has positively shifted distribution on the ways of learning, whether in the classroom or online learning.
Computers and iPads are now one of the fundamental parts of classrooms learning settings, and it permits students to work on their speed by using the digital knowledge to perform complicated tasks. Beginning from kindergarten to advanced learning use of mobile phones has enabled learning to be more interactive, and students can learn better. Technology is responsible for operative learning by evaluating the abilities of a learner, influencing learners speed and enabling teachers a chance to update their teaching when it is required with the help of solid data that calls for an upgrade.
Technology is a determined application of information in the manufacture and consumption of goods and services. Technology in business has become a vital part of daily activities; the benefits of technology to a business are an increase in efficiency and storage, improvement in security and improvement in sharing information. “Information technology and business are becoming inextricably interwoven. I don’t think anybody can talk meaningfully about one without the talking about the other” (Honjo. 4). It is only through the advancement in technology that the business can operate efficiently, digitalization of files has made it possible for the businesses to store and acquire information easily and in a shorter period compared to the manual way. Through technology businesses can communicate with clients in the most effective way through emails, fax, and social media, these have made it possible for the businesses to get instant information when negotiating with their customer. Moreover, through technology businesses have come up with a website that has enabled customers to acquire information anytime they want.
Security of business information has been one of the biggest issues with businesses but not anymore, through technology businesses have been able to monitor and update antivirus in their computers which has resulted to the protection of vital information from hackers and fall of the business. Without technology businesses will not be able to protect its properties from vandalism, as a result of technology business has been able to come up with alarms which scare away the vandals. Businesses have developed software’s that enabled them to manage financing and bookkeeping assignment. Also, this software can synchronize accounting about the sales made in that every sale that is made is incorporated in accounting automatically and sends information to businesses when the stock is running low. The use of technology in the management of the financial records has diminished the manual procedure thus protecting the businesses agonist errors that may arise from human and reduction of cost.
In conclusion, many studies have focused on the negative side of technology today and in the future causing the unease that technology will harm humanity in the future. However, based on the quotes of prominent scholars and physicians it proves that technology has far more advantages than shortcomings. It is important to note that there is a possibility of technology harming the future if scientists and engineers do not take appropriate measures to curb and control such anomalies if they occur. If proper precautions are not taken, there is a possibility of people losing jobs since their jobs could be taken over by technology and that artificial intelligence devised through technology may cause destruction. However, despite these negative effects, technology has, without doubt, played a key role to make human life easier.
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