31.9. Future Trends in Predictive Maintenance using Robotics

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define Edge AI in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about where the data is processed.

2. 2.

   What is one advantage of self-healing materials?

   Hint

   Consider the benefits related to maintenance.

3. 3.

   What is Edge AI?

   • Processing data solely in the cloud
   • On-device data processing
   • Remote processing

   Hint

   Think about where the analytics are happening.

4. 4.

   True or False: Autonomous decision-making robots require constant human supervision.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the role of AI in decision-making.

5. 5.

   Consider a maintenance protocol that includes Edge AI robots. Analyze how this integration could lead to significant cost savings in emergency repairs.

   Hint

   Look at the overall benefits of faster responses and less downtime.

6. 6.

   Devise a plan for implementing blockchain technology into existing maintenance systems in a civil engineering context.

   Hint

   Consider the steps needed for successful adoption and integration.