The journey to human-machine symbiosis | Computer Weekly
Summary
The HMU team of specialists in AI, psychology, cognitive and behavioural sciences that I lead at Cambridge Consultants (CC) sees the vast potential of this technology, and the new, symbiotic relationship between humans and machines it could create – one that is empathetic, intuitive and cooperative. By interpreting data to assess a surgeons mental and physical states, the machine can ensure they are comfortable, focused and effectively collaborating with their team to minimise risk and elevate the chances of success. There are already promising results in specific, limited scopes, but developing a general model is challenging – in part because understanding human behaviour and establishing empathy can only be done in context. In our digital surgery example, this may mean the system adjusting haptic feedback, modifying audible alarms or adapting visuals cues based on the surgeon’s needs. And as well as having a massive impact on the relationship between humans and machines, HMU also presents a huge commercial opportunity across a range of sectors – from healthcare to consumer and industrial.