Engineering Vision Technology: Revolution and Optimism - Softcover

Ghosh, Purnendu

Softcover

ISBN 10: 8119103475 ISBN 13: 9788119103478

Publisher: New India Publishing Agency, 2020

Synopsis

The modern world is characterized by a seemingly endless array of possibilities, thanks in large part to the advancement of technology. However, this very same technology has also created a dilemma, as individuals must now grapple with the concepts of want and need. In many cases, it seems that anything is possible with the aid of technology, yet it remains unclear whether these advancements are truly beneficial or not.

The landscape of the engineering profession is evolving, with the focus shifting towards cultivating confident engineers who are capable of anticipating and managing unforeseen challenges. These professionals are expected to possess a deep understanding of global issues, as well as the nuances of working within a culturally diverse environment. Additionally, they must also be attuned to the human dimensions of emerging technologies, which is an area that requires increasing attention.

There are numerous questions that must be addressed, such as whether or not designing and manufacturing a product is as commendable as packaging it, and if the engineering mindset is being cultivated in the right manner. Furthermore, what should be included in a general engineering toolkit, are there sufficient challenging job opportunities in the manufacturing industry to attract top talent, and is it ethical to allow the creation of superhuman beings through artificial intelligence and genetic engineering without devising a means to manage their abilities?

The future of technology is a subject of much debate and speculation, with many wondering whether or not society is working harder than necessary, whether technology can truly improve work-life balance, and if the community is ready to face the challenges associated with exponential growth. These issues, along with many others, are of great concern to the fields of science, engineering, technology, and society as a whole.

This book aims to provide a comprehensive examination of these concerns with the ultimate goal of promoting the well-being of humankind.

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About the Author

Professor Purnendu Ghosh, an alumni of HBTI Kanpur and IIT Delhi, was Professor at IIT Delhi, and is currently the Executive Director of Birla Institute of Scientific Research Jaipur. He has also worked, as visiting scientist, at Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich Switzerland, National Research Centre for Biotechnology Braunschweig Germany, and University of Melbourne Australia.

He is a Fellow of the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE), and is currently its Vice President. He was the Founder President of Biological Engineering Society, and the Founding Editor-in-chief of INAE Letters, A Springer-Nature Engineering Publication. Professor Ghosh writes in English, Hindi, and Bengali.

He has written books in different genres. Among his recent books are included - Biotechnology in India, Mind of an engineer, Engineering of life and life technologies, Energy engineering, Mobility engineering, Healthcare engineering, Neural suitcase, School of upna life.

Edition details

• Publisher: New India Publishing Agency
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 8119103475
• ISBN 13: 9788119103478
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 190