There’s a major debate going on in the world today – the ethics surrounding the development of artificial intelligence. Some say this is the way of the future, that since we are designing the robots, there’s no way they’ll be able to deviate from their programming. Others say, “nah – that shit’s crazy. They’re going to figure us out and then take over the planet.”
Well, regardless of where you stand regarding that debate, Russia is already teaching its robots how to shoot guns. In other words, the robot apocalypse is already underway…
Russia’s space-bound humanoid robot FEDOR (Final Experimental Demonstration Object Research) is being trained to shoot guns from both of its hands.
The activity will help improve the android’s motor skills and decision-making, according to its creators, who have also tried to address concerns that they’re developing a real-life Terminator.
“Robot platform F.E.D.O.R. showed shooting skills with two hands,” wrote Russia’s deputy Prime Minister, Dmitry Rogozin, on Twitter.
At the risk of pissing off this robot, I just feel compelled to say it is a doofy looking creature. I don’t know – something about humanoid figures without jaws just freaks me out.
But, that aside, what do we do to teach motor skills and decision-making to children? We give them puzzles. PUZZLES! Could you imagine if we handed kindergarteners guns? “Well, we’re improving their motor skills and decision-making. The best and only way to do that is to shoot guns.”
OF COURSE Russia is building The Terminator! I’m not sure why else this would have gotten out to the media. Russia just getting a little bold, wanting everyone to know, “hey – we have robots that can shoot guns with BOTH HANDS. But, oh don’t worry – he won’t attack humans that we program him to destroy at all.”
Mr Rogozin was reported to have shot himself in the foot back in 2015, shortly after tweeting support for America’s National Rifle Association, though a spokesperson from his office said he hurt himself while playing handball.
Nothing of note here, really. Just wanted to make a point that handball is awesome. If you haven’t watched it, there are plenty of YouTube rabbit holes for you to crawl down. I’d like to play some time. Admittedly, I’m a bit of a novice when it comes to understanding the rules of this game. So, I’m not quite sure how you can injure your foot playing handball in a manner that looks like you were shot in the foot. But, what do I know?
It knows how to use keys and a variety of tools, screw in light bulbs and even drive a car.
The robot was originally created for rescue work, but military uses have also been suggested by engineers.
So, it can shoot guns, drive a car, and is handy around the house? This is certain doom for the human race. Make robots that can help people when the door knob to the pantry gets stuck, they can drive right over, and just shoot the person. Russia doesn’t even have to lift a finger.
Our days are numbered, folks.
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