Manufacturing Empire in the Valley

Chapter 808 One person can match a large team

Zhang Xiaolan patted her heart: "I was almost scared to death. If the robot really goes bad in the future, I will be one of the instigators."

When she said this, she changed the subject: "Xiaoqiang, tell me the truth, can the professor really achieve this goal?"

Niu Xiaoqiang chuckled: "Why does he want to achieve this goal?"

Zhang Xiaolan asked back: "If he doesn't achieve this goal, it means that the artificial intelligence project will fail, so how can he explain to those who provide scientific research funding?"

Niu Xiaoqiang shook his head: "You don't understand Americans' thinking. Failure is not an unacceptable thing for them, especially in the high-tech field. Failure can be said to be commonplace. They have plenty of money. If they are interested, they will generously provide research and development funds, even if the project is only experimental and has no practical value, they will still invest money.”

Niu Xiaoqiang sighed at this point: "Do you know why the scientific research strength of the United States is so strong? It is because their rich people are very supportive of scientific research. This is a cultural atmosphere. Few people are willing to spend so much money. The reason why the United States is so powerful is not without reason. If we want to catch up with others, we still have a lot to learn."

Zhang Xiaolan nodded: "That's reasonable. Take our Boston University as an example. There are still people who sponsor people from the philosophy department to live alone on a deserted island. It is said that it is to study the psychological state of human beings after they leave society. Domestically, it’s simply unbelievable.”

Niu Xiaoqiang couldn't help laughing and said: "There are still many people in China who don't have enough to eat. Where can they have the money and energy to engage in such activities? Survival is the first need of human beings. Only when this need is met can we explore other issues." .”

At this time, Professor Watson spoke again, and the two quickly shut their mouths.

"Everyone, next I will give a practical demonstration of the robot's functions."

Professor Watson took out the key and opened the door of the safe.All the people present stretched their necks and looked over.After the door of the safe was opened, the true face of the robot was revealed.

This robot is very sci-fi, with a metallic texture all over its body, which greatly satisfied the people who came to the press conference.Even those who were a little disappointed with the robot's simple functions before nodded slightly in approval.

Regardless of whether the function of this robot is perfect or not, at least its appearance is still very good, which is in line with most people's perception of robots.

Professor Watson plugged the robot into a power source and turned on the laptop mounted on the robot's chest.There was someone next to him to help him hold the microphone. Professor Watson was typing on the keyboard while explaining: "I am inputting instructions to the robot. After the input is completed, it will walk out of the safe by itself, and it will also show the ability to go up and down stairs."

The crowd all held their breath and waited quietly.

After a while, Professor Watson finished typing, and then stepped aside to let the robot run on its own.

The tiny motor installed on the robot is running at full speed, making a "humming" sound, which is more in line with its sci-fi appearance. Reporters have aimed their cameras at it to capture news materials.

Not long after the buzz sounded, the robot moved its right leg, a bit slowly.When it dragged its power cord out of the safe, there was immediate applause in the multi-function hall.

In any case, this robot is considered a successful development.Although its function is still very simple, and the walking speed is a bit slow, it is already not easy.There are many university professors sitting here, and they ask themselves that there is no way to achieve this level.

Some people may find it strange: After all, this is just a walking robot, what is there to be surprised about?

The actual situation is not so simple.

Robot is a system engineering, involving many aspects, don't underestimate the difficulty.

As far as the current scientific and technological strength is concerned, it is unrealistic to achieve Professor Watson's level unless a large group is formed to gather all forces to work together.

The reason why Professor Watson made the robot seemingly easily is because he got the help of Niu Xiaoqiang.There is no doubt about Niu Xiaoqiang's ability. It is no exaggeration to say that he alone can stand up to a large team.

The first is the overall design part, which was completed by Niu Xiaoqiang alone. If it were replaced by other people, it would definitely not be as easy as him.

The second is the manual production process. The processing of various parts is done by him alone, and Professor Watson and Zhang Xiaolan just help out.To assemble these parts into a robot that can walk automatically involves a lot of knowledge in physical and mechanical engineering. Without relevant experience and a smart mind, it is impossible to complete this work.

Let's talk about programming. If Professor Watson did not get Niu Xiaoqiang's calculation help, if he worked alone, it would take at least several months to complete the project.Even when completed, there may be many problems that prevent the robot from functioning properly.

The calculation help provided by Niu Xiaoqiang is not simple, not to mention the horrifying amount of calculation, but the various physical formulas alone are not something ordinary people can figure out.

It involves the conversion and variables of various kinetic energy. Without a deep accumulation and precipitation in physics, you may not even understand the formula, let alone the subsequent calculation.

It can be said bluntly that without Niu Xiaoqiang's coordination and assistance, no one else could have made the robot.

After the robot walked out of the safe, it paused for a while, and finally turned and walked towards the podium.

The infrared detector installed on it has the same function as the radar, which can automatically detect obstacles in the surrounding area.

Professor Watson did not explain the working principle, but said with a smile: "This robot has the ability to automatically detect and avoid obstacles, and it will automatically walk to the designated position according to the program settings."

While Professor Watson was speaking, the robot had already walked under the steps of the podium. Under the gaze of everyone, it raised its right leg, which was just a little higher than the steps.

Then the robot landed on its right foot and leaned forward. After determining the center of gravity through calculations, it lifted its left leg, and then slowly placed it on the steps.

During this period, the robot made minor adjustments throughout its body in order to continue to maintain a stable center of gravity during the leg lift.

(End of this chapter)