February 19, 2005

Unsafe laws of AI

http://www.asimovlaws.com/

IF you’re intrigued by the ‘Three Laws Unsafe’, check out this site, developed by the Singularity Institute for Artificial Intelligence. It focuses on a controversial issue by Isaac Asimov, author of I, Robot. Here you can find prominent writers exploring thought-provoking topics such as robot metamorality and technological evolution. A choice read is “Why we need friendly AI” by Institute Director, Eliezer Yudowsky.


Physics fear

http://www.fearofphysics.com/

This site attempts to explain a complex field of science, which is “mired with images of weird, old men electrocuting themselves, strange equations, esoteric concepts and indecipherable books”. It also allows you to explore the interactive experiments of physics, in action, by dropping virtual tennis balls off the Empire State Building or the Golden Gate Bridge, practising your dunk shot and riding a roller coaster.


Mysteries of the cosmos

http://coolcosmos.ipac.caltech.edu/

Created in association with Nasa, this fun site offers information on the discovery of infrared and how it can make us see the world in a different light. From an infrared tour of Yellowstone’s hotspots to an eye-popping cosmic collection of images, this site offers just about everything related to the cosmos.


The story of strange matter

http://www.strangematterexhibit.com/

Dedicated to the study of everyday stuff, this site gives out comprehensive information on science materials and explains how sand becomes a cell phone, athletes stay ahead of the curve and bridges stay in place. When the next indispensable convenience hits mainstream, you can be sure materials scientists were in on the action early.— Shaneela Khan

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