20.14. Ethical, Environmental, and Safety Considerations

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is e-waste?

   Hint

   Think about electronic devices and their disposal.

2. 2.

   Why is transparency important in AI?

   Hint

   Consider the trust between users and technology.

3. 3.

   What potential environmental issue arises from robotic systems in geotechnical engineering?

   • E-waste
   • Increased productivity
   • Cost reduction

   Hint

   Think about the disposal of electronic components.

4. 4.

   Is accountability essential when it comes to AI predictions?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the implications of incorrect predictions.

5. 5.

   Critically analyze how the advancement of robotic systems could lead to a conflict between technological progress and environmental sustainability. Propose actionable solutions.

   Hint

   Think about both areas: technology and sustainability.

6. 6.

   Consider the implications of data bias in AI technology. Describe how you would ensure diversity in the training datasets used for developing predictive models.

   Hint

   Focus on the need for variety in represented data.