The Cautious Dance of AI in Satellite Manufacturing
Welcome, dear audience! Let’s take a little journey into the curious world where satellites meet artificial intelligence. Yes, the very same AI that might one day take over the world—after it figures out how to charge a phone without needing a software update!
Blue Canyon Technologies: Peering into the Future… Cautiously
So, what’s all the fuss about? Well, let’s start with Blue Canyon Technologies. They’re stepping into the wild world of AI, but like a cautious duckling nearing a pond, they’re not diving right in. Instead, they’re peeking over the edge, wondering if there are any crocodiles in there—or in this case, cybersecurity risks!
The general manager, Chris Winslett, raised some pretty good questions at the Satellite Innovation conference. You see, when teaching an AI, there’s a great deal of concern over, “Where does my data go?” It’s a bit like asking a toddler, “Where did that cookie just go?” … And don’t you dare ask a data scientist that at a party!
Data – The New Gold
Winslett insists that AI can turn a ton of data into actionable insights. At least that’s better than sifting through endless spreadsheets! I mean, who actually enjoys that? You might as well throw a party for Excel and invite all the other boring software applications.
Kongsberg NanoAvionics: Trust Issues Galore
Meanwhile, Karolis Senvaitis of Kongsberg NanoAvionics shares these woes. He’s all for tech, but when it comes to trusting AI, he’s like your overly cautious mate who checks the date on every single item in the fridge. “How can you trust what you’re getting? What’s the source?” he quips. It’s a valid concern, folks. After all, would you trust a robot with your sandwich order when you can’t even trust the pub staff sometimes?
Machina Labs: The Data Whiz Kids
Then we arrive at Machina Labs, the cool kids on the block who create their own data. They’re not fishing for data from all over; they’ve got their own internal snack bar of information. John Borrego from Machina Labs explains that they’ve got “highly accurate scanning software and devices,” giving them all the data they need to ensure parts meet their requirements. That’s right, folks – they’ve got data, while the rest are still figuring out how to order takeout.
The Future is Bright… But A Bit Wobbly?
In summary, while companies like Blue Canyon and Kongsberg are tiptoeing around the AI concept like it’s a landmine, Machina Labs is making moves like they’ve got a good pair of dancing shoes on. The worry of cybersecurity and data integrity does dampen the party vibes a bit, but keep your eyes on the sky. We might soon find satellites not only above us but powered by AI that—with any luck—won’t accidentally start blasting pop music into space.
And remember, folks, whether you’re working with satellites or simply trying to get through another Monday, keep it light and keep it human. Because if there’s one thing we know, it’s that not even AI can replace a good laugh!
