A Day Made of Glass (very intriguing vision of the near future)

In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of affordable humanoid robots and self-driving cars becoming more accessible in the future. There is also a mention of anti-viral glass and the potential for it to be used in advertising. The conversation also touches on the advancement of technology and the potential for robots to become more advanced and integrated into daily life.
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I bet we'll also have humanoid robots that are affordable (and bringing to the masses one of the few things only the wealthier have access to at the moment, i.e. servants/hired help), and also robotic cars that can drive themselves if you so desire it to.
 
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I'm just thinking of all those fingerprints...p.s. How would anti-viral glass be made?
 
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Biosyn said:
I'm just thinking of all those fingerprints...


p.s. How would anti-viral glass be made?

The maker of Windex will love this future :smile:
 
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Cool videos. I've no doubt that a low of this could be made and probably will, I watched a video last year which demonstrated a shop window that could project images and be used like a touch screen. I doubt it will be as ubiquitous as this suggests for various simple reasons, for example: why make a whole bus shelter out of a complex material that is going to require power when everyone has a smartphone? They aren't going to need to be told how to get somewhere or when the next bus is. Also the first thing that normally comes to mind when I think of a bus shelter is this.

Also regarding humanoid robots I highly doubt we'll be getting them any time soon. Rather a range of things that we now wouldn't really consider as robots will probably see introduction like hoovers that drive themselves round the floor, ditto for lawnmowers etc and already we do have a bunch of appliances that could be considered robots for specific tasks like coffee machines, dish washers, washing machines etc. Rather than building one highly capable, generalist machine why not just stock a home with a series of specialised machines? Makes much more sense practically and economically.
 
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Those are more advertisements for the upcoming computer revolution then glass. IBM has just finished its first trials for its new memristor neuromorphic chip and within ten years we should have the first terminator robots walking off the assembly line and starting to teach each other new tricks. That's when things should really start to get interesting and make commercials like this look like something out of the 1908 world's fair.
 
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That looks like a nightmare. No escape from screens, email, advertising!
 
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Got Rocks? :P
 

1. What is "A Day Made of Glass"?

"A Day Made of Glass" is a video produced by Corning Incorporated that showcases their vision of the near future where glass and advanced technology are seamlessly integrated into everyday life.

2. How does glass play a role in this vision?

Glass is the main medium used in this vision, as it is a versatile and durable material that can be used in a variety of applications. In the video, we see glass being used in everything from touchscreens and interactive displays to smart mirrors and windows.

3. Is this vision realistic?

While some aspects of the video may seem far-fetched, many of the technologies showcased in "A Day Made of Glass" are already being developed and used in some capacity. It is possible that in the near future, we may see these technologies become more widespread and integrated into our daily lives.

4. What are the potential benefits of this vision?

The integration of glass and technology in everyday life could bring numerous benefits, such as increased efficiency and convenience. For example, smart windows and mirrors could automatically adjust to the user's preferences, and interactive displays could provide helpful information and assistance.

5. Are there any potential drawbacks to this vision?

Some potential drawbacks could include increased reliance on technology and potential privacy concerns. It is important to carefully consider the implications and potential consequences of implementing these technologies into our daily lives.

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