Year | Milestone |
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1921 | The term "robot" is first used in Karel Čapek's play "R.U.R." 1 |
1950 | Alan Turing introduces the Turing test, laying groundwork for AI 2 |
1956 | The term "artificial intelligence" is coined at Dartmouth Conference 3 |
1966 | Shakey, the first mobile intelligent robot, is developed 2 |
1969 | Development of backpropagation learning algorithm for neural networks 2 |
2000s | Advancements in AI lead to development of autonomous vehicles and social robots 4 |
Pros | Cons |
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Increased productivity and efficiency | Potential job displacement |
Cost savings for businesses | Widening income inequality |
Creation of new industries and job roles | Need for workforce reskilling |
Enhanced product quality and consistency | Initial high implementation costs |
24/7 operation capability | Ethical and privacy concerns |