（14）科学技术——2026届高考英语听力长对话或独白专项训练

听力考试正式开始。In the future, many of our current jobs will be done by robots. The future is closer than you think. Several of my friends were fired in a car factory because robots are now replacing them. Robots do offer a Better output for less cost. They can Operate all . day and night. This is true, but my friends are no longer earning any money. Hopefully they will be able to find other jobs. This is getting harder to find a job that will not be replaced in a few years. This is true. I read a report that said in this decade, three percent of jobs were at risk from machines. I read the same report that number would jump to thirty three percent during the next decade. yes. But they also pointed out that robots and artificial intelligence could boost the global economy by fifteen trillion dollars. Do you think they will replace lawyers like us? Not any time soon. We have to work a long hours, but at least we have job security . in the future. Many of our current jobs will be done by robots. The future is closer than you think. Several of my friends were fired in a car factory because robots are now replacing them. Robots do offer a Better output for less cost. They can Operate all day and night. This is true, but my friends are no longer running any money. Hopefully they will be able to find other jobs. This is getting harder to find a job that will not be replaced in a few years. This is true. I read a report that said in this decade, three percent of jobs were at risk from machines. I read the same report that number would jump to thirty three percent during the next decade. yes. But they also pointed out that robots and artificial intelligence could boost the global economy by fifteen trillion dollars. Do you think they will replace lawyers like us? Not any time soon. We have to work a long hours, but at least we have . job security. Listen to the next question. You know, there is a new device that can analyze your sweat to provide real time health information. IT has tiny sensors that monitor the chemical levels in sweat, and then IT sends the data to your smart phone. That could be a game changer for health monitoring is IT available . to the public yet? Not yet, but it's being tested. They're aiming to make IT . available soon. amazing. What are some of the potential applications of this technology? IT could revolutionize health care by allowing individuals to continuously track their health, athletes could enhance their training, and doctors could monitor patients remotely. That is really impressive. Are there any privacy issues concerning this kind of data collection? Yes, there will need to be strict regulations in place. They're working on ensuring . data security. yes. After all, such health information could affect things . like insurance. You know, there's a new device that can analyze your sweat to provide real time health information. IT has tiny sensors that monitor the chemical levels in sweat, and then IT sends the data to your smart phone. That could be a game changer for health monitoring is IT available to the . public yet? Not yet, but it's being tested. They're aiming to make IT available soon. amazing. What are some of the potential applications of this technology? IT could revolutionize health care by allowing individuals to continuously track their health, athletes could enhance their training, and doctors could monitor patients remotely. That is really impressive. Are there any privacy issues concerning this kind of data collection? Yes. there will need to be strict regulations in place. They're working on ensuring data security. yes. After all, that health information could affect things like insurance. Listen to the next question. Have you considered switching to an electronic log since you often forget your key? Electronic logs are more convenient, though they are more expensive. I'm not keen on the idea. I worry about technical issues with electronic ones. Electronic locks have advanced technology, and we can even control them with our smart phones. Traditional locks have been reliable for ages, and I prefer the touch of a traditional key. I understand your concerns. We can choose a leading brand and set up a strong password. Have you considered switching to an electronic log since you often forget your key electronic, convenient, though they are more expensive. i'm not keen on the idea. I worry about technical issues with electronic ones. Electronic locks have advanced technology, and we can even control them with our smart phones. Traditional locks have been reliable for ages, and I prefer the touch of a traditional key. I understand your concerns, we can choose a leading brand, sets up a strong password. Listen to the next question. Hey, James, have you noticed how much technology is changing schools these days? absolutely. There are some new apps designed to help students learn. Back when we were in school, all we had to wear text books and choke boards. Now students even have AI tutors. That's true. Do you think these tools actually make a difference? definitely. For example, there are apps now that can break down complex concepts into bite sized pieces and even offer problems with instant feedback, which I think other coolest parts. But I also wonder if technology might distract students rather than help them. There's always a risk of distractions like social media or games. But I think if used correctly, technology can impulse learning. It's all about finding the . right baLance agreed. Overall, I think the potential of technology in education is huge. It's not just about new tools, but also about new ways of thinking and learning. Hey, Jimmy, have you noticed how much technology is changing schools these days? absolutely. There are some new apps designed to help students learn back when we were in school, or we had to wear textbooks and joke boards. Now students even have AI tudes. That's true. Do you think these tools actually make a difference? definitely. For example, there are apps now that can break down complex concepts into bite sized pieces and even offer problems with instant feedback, which I think other . coolest parts. But I also wonder if technology might distract students rather than help them. There's always a risk of distractions like social media or games. But I think if used correctly, technology can impulse learning. It's all about finding the right . baLance agreed. Overall, I think the potential of technology and education is huge. It's not just about new tools, but also about new ways of thinking and learning. Listen to the next question. Hi, Sarah. Have you heard about ChatGPT? Is this AI chatbot that can answer almost anything with perfect grammar? yes. Isn't that the one where you can even ask you to write something in the experience style about a movie? Exactly a lot of people are calling is a game changer for online interactions. And right after ChatGPT came out, google launched its own chatbot called bard. Wow, technology is moving so fast, but i've seen some educators raising concerns about these chatbot. I mean, they can provide grade a essays in seconds that . a real concern, for sure, with technology advancing so fast, it's easy for students to lean on premade answers instead of doing the actual work. But when microsoft integrated ChatGPT into bing, their CEO, satya nadella said, it's a new day in search and google is saying that AI isn't here to replace us. It's more about helping us understand things Better and turning information into useful knowledge. It's definitely an ever changing landscape. We just need to adapt and make the most out of these innovations. Hi, Sarah. Have you heard about ChatGPT? Is this the A, I chatbot that can enter almost anything with perfect grammar? yes. Isn't that the one where you can even ask you to write something in the experience style about a movie? Exactly a lot of people are calling is a game changer for online interactions. And right after ChatGPT came out, google launched its own chatbot called barred. wow. Technology is moving so fast, but i've seen some educators raising concerns about these chatbot. I mean, they can provide grade a essays in seconds. That's a real concern, for sure. With technology advancing so fast, it's easy for students to lean on premade answers instead of doing the actual work. But when microsoft integrated ChatGPT into bing, their CEO satya nadella said, it's a new day in search and google is saying that AI isn't here to replace us and it's more about helping us understand things Better and turning information into useful knowledge. It's definitely an ever changing landscape. We just need to adapt and make the most out of these innovations. Listen to the next question. Have you heard that news and industrial robot accidently caused a bad injury to a worker at a vegetable processing center? Yes, IT reported that a male worker suffered head and chest injuries. How did that happen? Isn't an an AI power robot? Well, the machines, sensors are designed, identify boxes. The security video suggests that the man had moved near the robot with a box in his hands, and this could have caused the machines reaction. Oh, that's terrible. I hope we don't have to face any trouble as the AI continues to develop. You can put this case in your project report. Have you heard that news and industrial robot accidently caused a bad injury to a worker at a vegetable processing center? Yes, it's reported that a male worker suffered head and chest injuries. How did that happen? Isn't an an AI power robot? Well, the machines sensors are designed to identify boxes. The security video suggested that the man had moved near the robot with a box in his hands, and this could have caused the machines reaction. Oh, that's terrible. I hope we don't have to face any trouble as the AI continues to develop. You can put this case in your project report. Listen to the next question. What were you up to, john? I was just reading an article about some amazing new inventions. Emily, have you heard about the flying car? Flying car that feels like something out of a movie. How does that work? It's real. A company has tested one IT drives like a car on roads and takes off like a plane. They say that could solve traffic problems in big cities. That's good to know. What else did the article talk about? There's also a smart medical robot. IT uses AI to assist doctors making surgeries more accurate and reducing risks. That sounds life saving. Does that mean fewer doctors will be needed? Not really. The article explained that robots no repetitive tasks, but doctors still make decisions. It's more about teamwork. I love that idea. It's exciting to see that technology has been improving our daily life. What were you up to, john? I was just reading an article about some amazing new inventions. Emily, have you heard about the flying car? Flying car that feels like something out of a movie. How does that work? It's real. A company has tested one IT drives like a car on roads and takes off like a plane. They say that could solve traffic problems in big cities. That's good to know. What else did the article talk about? There's also a smart medical robot. IT uses AI, to assist doctors making surgeries more accurate and reducing risks. That sounds life saving. Does that mean fewer doctors will be needed? Not really. The article explained that robots handle repetitive tasks, but doctors still make decisions. It's more about teamwork. I love that idea. It's exciting to see that technology has been improving our daily life. Listen to the next question. The new virtual reality headset is making a hit among my classmates. Everyone in my class is talking about IT to IT offers an incredible experience. IT makes you feel like you are somewhere else. Do you think that's possible? I ve tried IT, and IT really does. So when you put IT on, it's like you've suddenly been transported to a whole new world. And the pictures are so realistic. Some people may be frightened by IT, but I love IT. Well, that sounds absolutely amazing. But isn't IT expensive? IT is. But as with anything you get what you pay for, I do think it's worth the investment if your individual reality experiences. i'm curious to know how that works. Well. IT uses sensors to track your movements and translate them into the virtual world. Plus the displays provide a very clear view. I've just got to try IT. The new virtual reality headset is making a hit among my classmates. Everyone in my class is talking about IT too. IT offers an incredible experience. IT makes you feel like you are somewhere else. Do you think that's possible? I ve tried IT, and IT really does. So when you put IT on, it's like you've suddenly been transported to a whole new world and the pictures are so real lisc, some people may be frightened by IT, but I love IT. Well, that sounds absolutely amazing, but isn't IT expensive IT is. But as with anything you get what you pay for, I do think it's worth the investment if your individual al reality experiences. i'm curious to know how that works. Well. IT uses sensors to track your movements and translate them into the virtual world. Plus the displays provide a very clear view. I've just got to try IT. Listen to the next question. Have you heard about the twenty twenty five consumer electronics show? CS that took place in last figures? The united states? Oh, absolutely. It's the world's top tech show. The first CES was held in new york city in june nineteen and . sixty seven. Exactly the twenty twenty five CS has been a significant one for smart glasses. They are expected to see rapid growth in sales because their simpler of functions and lower Prices. Anyway, what impressed you most about the twenty twenty five CS? Well, the soft robots from the chinese robotics company with in robotics really attracted my attention. What sets them apart? Compared with traditional robots, which are usually made of metal materials, the soft robots adopt soft materials. They're more suitable for chAllenging environments and can perform a wider variety of tasks in different industries and situations. Wow, that's truly remarkable. I was touched by dream technologies, window cleaning robots. They've managed to sell the product in over one hundred countries and regions. That's quite an achievement. Have you heard about the twenty twenty five consumer electronics show? See s that took place in last figures, the united states. Oh, absolutely. It's the world's top tech show. The first CS was held in new york city in june nineteen and sixty seven. Exactly the twenty twenty five CES has been a significant one for smart glasses. They are expected to see rapid growth in sales because there simply functions and lower Prices. Anyway, what impressed you most about the twenty twenty five CS? Well, the soft robots from the chinese, a robotics company within robotics, really attracted my attention. What sets them apart? Compared with traditional robots, which are usually made of metal materials, the soft robots adopt soft materials. They're more suitable for chAllenging environments and can perform a wider variety of tasks in different industries . and situations. Wow, that's truly remarkable. I was touched by dream technologies, window cleaning robots. They've managed to sell the product in over one hundred countries and regions. That's quite an achievement. Listen to the next question i've . heard you've been getting into robotics. David, what Sparked your interest? IT began with a robotics workshop I attended. The possibilities of creating intelligent machines fascinated me. That had sounds quite complex. What have you built so far? I've made a few small robots that can perform simple tasks like moving objects. Are following . a line impressive. Are you working on any project right now? Yes, i'm building a robot that can help with household . chores that would be useful. How do you learn all this? Mostly through online courses and a lot of trial and error. Do you see this becoming more than just a hobby? possibly? I'm really passionate about IT, so maybe I could turn into a career. He, David, the future of robotics is exciting. absolutely. I'm excited to be . a part of IT. I've heard you've been getting into robotics. David. What Sparked your interest? IT began with the robotics workshop I attended. The possibilities of creating intelligent machines fascinated me. That had sounds quite complex. What have you built so far? I've made a few small robots that can perform simple tasks like moving objects. Are following a line impressive. Are you working on any project right now? Yes. i'm building a robot that can help with household chores . that would be useful. How do you learn all this? Mostly through online courses and a lot of trial and error. Do you see this becoming more than just a hobby? Possibly i'm really a passionate about IT, so maybe I could turn into a career . keep added David. The future of robotics is exciting. absolutely. I'm excited to be a part of IT. Listen to the next question. A robotic police dog is being used to look for high body temperatures of homeless people at a temporary shelter in hawaii capital honolulu's. The commercial robot spot can move like an animal and walk over almost anything a person can. But people concerned about privacy warned that the robot may become a danger to their privacy. IT was brought from boston dynamics and used at a government homeless shelter near the airport to look for high body temperatures between mail times, supervisor Joseph oiel of the honolulu's department said. It's okay to do that, the new york police department started using spot after painting IT blue and renna ing IT digital g. There are about five hundred spite robots in use. Strong wall kim, the legal director at can civil liberties union of hawaii, said spot robots are used by companies to inspect areas with dangerous levels of electricity and also used in building sites, mines and factories. Kim said that there might be some good uses for such machines, but opening the door for police robots to work with the public is not a good idea. A robotic police dog is being used to look for high body temperatures of homeless people at a temporary shelter in hawaii capital honolulu's. The commercial robot spot can move like an animal and walk over almost anything a person can. But people concerned about privacy warned that the robot may become a danger to their privacy. IT was brought from boston dynamics and used at a government homeless shelter near the airport to look for high body temperatures between meal times, supervisor Joseph onion of the honolulu police department said. It's okay to do that. The new york police department started using spot after painting good blue and renna ing IT dig dog. There are about five hundred spite robots in use, jung kim, the legal director at the american civil liberties union of hawaii, said. Spot robots are used by companies to inspect areas with dangerous levels of electricity and also used in building sites, mines and factories. Kim said that there might be some good uses for such machines, but opening the door for police robots to work with the public is not a good idea. Listen to the next question. The rise of chinese AI chatbot has taken the world by storm, but it's part of a wider trend. Chinese apps are rising up the charts around the world, and it's not just on our phones. China is becoming dominant in many other areas of tech. Look at cars. China is leading in the motor industry, selling more cars than any other country, thanks to its successful electric car makers. A lot of the success comes from china being the world's biggest battery maker, too. And about drones, china rules the skies. Next time you see a considerable number of drones, there's a seventy percent chance they are made in in, in solar panels too. China is responsible for an estimated ninety percent of the global supply chain. By twenty twenty eight, it's predicted that sixty percent of the world's renewable energy will be generated in china. The rise of chinese AI chatbot has taken the world by storm, but it's part of a wider trend. Chinese apps are rising up the charts around the world, and it's not just on our phones. China is becoming dominant in many other areas of tech. Look at cars. China is leading in the motor industry, selling more cars than any other country, thanks to its successful electric car makers. A lot of the success comes from china being the world's biggest battery maker, too. And about drones, china rules the skies. Next time you see a considerable number of drones, there's a seventy percent chance they are made in chin. In solar panels to china is responsible for an estimated ninety percent of the global supply chain. By twenty twenty eight, it's predicted that sixty percent of the world's renewable energy will be generated in china. Listen to the next question. Good afternoon, everyone. Have you ever wondered how technology is shaping our lives today? I like to talk about a fascinating development in the tech world. The rise of smart home. Smart homes use internet connected devices to automate tasks such as controlling, lighting, healing and even security systems. These systems are designed to make life more convenient and efficient. For example, with a simple voice command, you can adjust the temperature in your house or turn off the lights. Many people find these features very useful, especially for elderly or disabled individuals who may have difficulty with regular tasks. However, as with any new technology, there are concerns about privacy and security. It's important to consider both the benefits and risks when deciding whether a smart home is right for you. In the next session, I will discuss the advantages and disadvantages in more detail. Good afternoon, everyone. Have you ever wondered how technology is shaping our lives today? I like to talk about a fascinating development in the tech world, the rise of smart homes. Smart homes use internet connected devices to automate tasks such as controlling, lighting, healing and even security systems. These systems are designed to make life more convenient and efficient. For example, with a simple voice command, you can adjust the temperature in your house or turn off the lights. Many people find these features very useful, especially for elderly or disabled individuals who may have difficulty with regular tasks. However, as with any new technology, there are concerns about privacy and security. It's important to consider both the benefits and risks when deciding whether a smart home is right for you. In the next session, I will discuss the advantages and disadvantage res in more detail. Listen to the next question. Virtual reality is already widespread in entertainment and is starting to spread to fields ranging from education to health care. But while vision and hearing are extremely advanced and touch is improving, one key sense has been missing from the virtual world smell that may be about to change engineer range. You of the city university of hong and his colleagues have developed a light, flexible and wireless device that can precisely deliver smells such as piney, apple or Green tea. V, R. Users can fully immerse in a fragrant visual world. Bringing smell into V, R, expands IT into another dimension. You says the team's design was described in a paper. IT was published in a journal called nature communications. A key advantage of this design is that IT can control smell intensity. One demonstration in the study was when a woman in the four dimensional movie brought a rose up to her nose. The intensity of the smell increased. Virtual reality is already widespread in entertainment and is starting to spread to fields ranging from education to health care. But while vision and hearing are extremely advanced and touch is improving, one key sense has been missing from the viral world smell that may be about to change engineer range. You of the city university of hong and his colleagues have developed a light, flexible and wireless device that can precisely deliver smells such as pipe le or Green. D, V, R. Users can fully immerse in a fragrant virtual world, bringing smell into V, R, expands IT into another dimension, you says the team's design was described in a paper. IT was published in a journal called nature communications. A key advantage of this design is that IT can control smell intensity. One demonstration in the study was when a woman in the four dimensional movie broader rose up to her nose. The intensity of the smell increased. Listen to the next question. Welcome, everyone to our radio program. Today, we're going to talk about how technology is changing the way music is made. In the past, musicians only use pen and paper to write their music, but now with computer and phone apps, creating music has become much easier. Musicians can simply sing a song, and then these apps will turn IT into musical notes. And that's not all. These modern apps have some really cool functions. When musicians make mistakes. These apps also allow them to edit their music with just a few taps on the screen. They can move things around, try out different sounds and create music like they're in a recording place, all from their phones. So even though some musicians still like to write music by hand, technology has really changed. The game is an exciting time to be a musician with so many new possibilities waiting to be explored. Welcome, everyone, to our radio program. Today, we're going to talk about how technology is changing the way music is made. In the past, musicians only used pen and paper to write their music, but now, with computer and phone apps, creating music has become much easier. Musicians can simply sing this on, and then these apps will turn IT into musical notes. And that's not all. These modern naps have some really cool functions. When musicians make mistakes. these apps . also allow them to wait their music with just a few taps on the screen. They can move things around, try out different sounds and create music like there in a recording place, all from their phones. So even though summer silan still like to write music by hand, technology has really changed the game. It's an exciting time to be a musician with so many new possibilities waiting to be explored. Listen to the next question. Good morning. My topic is, what can you technology bring us? As we all know, we are now in the twenty first century, which is the new technology century. In my opinion, there are three advantages that new technology can bring us. Firstly, most countries are developing faster and faster with the help of new technology. The internet is a new technology. What does that bring us? IT makes the words smaller and smaller. Secondly, human beings can benefit greatly from new technology. Some people are suffering from strange diseases and they cannot help themselves. And even the doctors around them cannot help them, but people can talk about their problems on the internet. And then famous doctors and some warm hearted people from all over the world may help them. The third advantage, I think, is that new technology helps to protect our earth and save IT from being polluted more and more seriously. All in all, we must do our best to develop new technology and make full use of IT. Good morning. My topic is, what can you technology bring us? As we all know, we are now in the twenty first century, which is the new technology century. In my opinion, there are three advantages that new technology can bring us. Firstly, most countries are developing faster and faster with the help of new technology. The internet is a new technology. What does that bring us? IT makes the world smaller and smaller. Secondly, human beings can benefit greatly from new technology. Some people are suffering from strange diseases and they cannot help themselves, and even the doctors around them cannot help them, but people can talk about their problems on the internet, and then famous doctors and some warm hearted people from all over the world may help them. The third vantage, I think, is that new technology helps to protect our earth and save IT from being polluted more and more seriously. All in all, we must do our best to develop new technology and make full use of IT. Listen to the next question. does your robot floor cleaner feel more like a high maintenance pet than a labor saver? When they're awfully charged, they can usually be found getting themselves stuck under the sofa. What's more, you'll always find yourself cleaning the spot. They mess not exactly the effortless experience you were probably hoping for. Enter the clean max x five. This new wet and dry cleaner is truly independent, managing the whole Operation while you get on with your day, thanks to with unique fold away legs, which are an industry first IT can climb up and down steps of up to six enemy ters. Meanwhile, its slim shape allows IT to clean under low furniture. With these, IT never misses corner and IT can avoid even the smallest of objects in its path. The clean max x five even cleans itself as soon as its work is done. The cleaning cloth, self cleaning and hot water before quickly drying off with hot air to avoid unpleasant smells, plus a powerful U. V. Light treatment kills ninety nine point nine nine percent of bacteria. Lately, the hands free ending makes daily rubbed bin trips a thing of the past. Relax and the clean max x five do the dirty work. Does your robot floor cleaner feel more like a high maintenance pet than a labor's saver? When they're not fully charged, they can usually be found getting themselves stuck under the sofa. What's more, you'll always find yourself cleaning the spot. They is not exactly the effortless experience you are probably hoping for. Enter the clean max x five. This new wand dry cleaner is truly independent, managing the whole Operation while you get on with your day, thanks to with unique full away legs, which are an industry first, IT can climb up and down steps of up to six enemies. Meanwhile, its slim shape allows IT to clean under low furniture. With these, IT never misses corner, and IT can avoid even the smallest of objects in its path. The clean max x five even cleaned itself as soon as its work is done. The claiming cloth self cleaning and hot water before quickly drying off with hot air to avoid unpleasant smells, plus a powerful U. V. Light treatment kills ninety nine point nine nine percent of bacteria. Lastly, the hands free anti makes daily rubbish bin trips a thing of the past, relax and what the clean max x five do the dirty work. Listen to the next question. Good morning, everybody. Welcome to museum of science and technology. My name is greg, and i'll be your tour guide today. Now if you'd like to stop this way, we're going to look at this machine over there. Can anybody guess what this is? Yes, this is actually the first photocopy machine. This was one of the most important inventions in the twenty century, the magazine fortune called IT, the most successful product ever marketed in america. And this technology is essentially the same technology that is used in laser printers today. Just think for a moment how often you use a photocopy machine or a laser printer. M, and this is chester carlson, the inventor of the photocopy machine. He invented the process of geography. That's basically what happens in a photocopy machine in one thousand nine thirty eight. I'm going to tell you a little bit about him and then will look at how geography works. okay? Chester carlson was born in seattle. His father was sick and couldn't work, and the family was very poor. His mother died when he was a teenager, so he had to support his father. He was a good student and he was very interested in science. Good morning, everybody. Welcome to museum of science and technology. My name is greg, and i'll be your tour guide today. Now if you'd like to stop this way, we're going to look at this machine over there. Can anybody guess what this is? Yes, this is actually the first photocopy machine. This was one of the most important inventions in the twenty eighth century. The magazine fortune called IT, the most successful product ever marketed in america. And this technology is essentially the same technology that is used in laser printers today. Just think for a moment how often you use a photocopy machine or a laser preterm. And this is chester carson, the inventor of the photocopy machine. He invented the process of geography that basically what happens in a photocopy machine in one thousand nine thirty eight, i'm going to tell you a little bit about him and then will look at how geography works. okay? Chester carlson was born in seattle. His father was sick and couldn't work, and the family was very poor. His mother died when he was a teenager, so he had to support his father. He was a good student and he was very interested in science. Listen to the next question. When billie Billy upload linz, I had too many bags to Carry. He built a robot to address the problem. The robots name devil. The name comes from the background music devil swing IT looks like a suitcase, which can follow in everywhere and avoid blocks in its path. Besides Carrying bags, IT can be used for transport and even charge phones. The robot has a steel structure and a three d printed plastic shell. The brain of the robot is powered by an electronics platform. Although IT took eight months to make, lin admits devil is not good enough, particularly in its physical stability. Lyn presented IT in the video just to inspire more Young people with the imagination and passion to create. Lin's passion for robotics began in his first year at high school in two thousand and eighteen, when a teacher discovered his talent for computers and advanced skills. One year later, he developed a smart home system, which made him understand how his products could help others. As a university freshman, lyn believed he and his products would make a difference in the future. When Billy Billy upload linzie had too many bags to Carry, he built a robot to address the problem. The robots name devil. The name comes from the background music devil swing. IT looks like a suitcase, which can follow lin everywhere and avoid blocks in its path. Besides Carrying bags, IT can be used for transport and even charge phones. The robot has a steel structure and a three d printed plastic shell. The brain of the robot is powered by an electronics platform. Although IT took eight months to make, lyn admits devil is not good enough, particularly in its physical stability. Lyn presented IT in the video just to inspire more Young people with the imagination and passion to create. Lin's passion for robotics began in his first year at high school in two thousand and eighteen, when a teacher discovered his talent for computers and advanced skills. One year later, he developed a smart home system, which made him understand how his products could help others. As a university freshman, lyn believed he and his products would make a difference in the future. Listen to the next question. Hey, welcome to today's talk. I am a Davis and AI enthusiasts who's been expLoring this since finishing at M. I. T. I'm excited to share my passion for the incredible world of artificial intelligence or AI. I'll kick things off with an awesome story from two thousand fifteen. In silicon valley, our project was called project skylark. And with doctor jack thomson, a cornell university bird expert, we wanted to teach a machine to recognize different birds. IT was amazing. Avia, the AI system learned to improve its accuracy over time. In six months, IT could identify bird species Better than human experts. This showed the incredible potential of AI is come a long way since the nineteen fifties with alan terms ideas. Modern systems can analyze data, spot patterns and make decisions on their own. This power has opened up endless possibilities in areas like health care, finance and transportation. One inspiring example comes from doctor alliance jenn, who in two thousand eighteen LED, a team at stanford university to develop the computer program medi scan that analyzes images and detects early signs of diseases like cancer. Metty scans, accuracy and speed, massively surpassed human capabilities, saving thousands of lives. However, IT has its chAllenges and risks. A twenty twenty report showed concern of AI taking jobs and affecting economy. I love AI, but there's tough conversations about balancing progress, job security, privacy and security. As systems get Better together, we can create a future where AI helps us achieve our wild dest dreams. Hey, welcome to today's talk. I am a Davis and AI enthusiasts who's been expLoring this since finishing at M. I. T. I'm excited to share my passion for the incredible world of artificial intelligence, or AI. I'll kick things off with an awesome story from two thousand fifteen. In silicon valley, our project was called project skylark. And with doctor jack thomson, a cornell university bird expert, we wanted to teach a machine to recognize different birds. IT was amazing. Evs, the AI system, learned to improve its accuracy over time. In six months, I could identify bird species Better than human experts. This showed the incredible potential of ai. It's come a long way since the one thousand fifties with alan terms ideas. Modern systems can analyze data, spot patterns and make decisions on their own. This power has opened up endless possibilities in areas like health care, finance and transportation. One inspiring example comes from doctor Alice jenn, who in two thousand and eighteen LED, a team at stanford university to develop the computer program medi can that analyzes images and detects early signs of diseases like cancer. Metty scans accuracy and speed, massively surpassed human capabilities, saving thousands of lives. However, IT has its chAllenges and risks. A twenty twenty report showed concern of AI taking jobs and affecting economy. I love AI, but there's tough conversations about balancing progress, job security, privacy and security. As systems get Better together, we can create a future where AI helps us achieve our wild dreams. 听力部分到此结束。 （14）科学技术——高考英语听力长对话或独白专项训练 听力选择题 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 1. What do the speakers mainly talk about? A. Robots will take jobs from humans. B. Robots will replace humans entirely. C. Robots will be introduced into homes 2. How does the man think about robots? A. They are not very friendly. B. They break down regularly. C. They do more with less cost. 3. What percentage of jobs will be at risk during the next decade? A. 3%. B. 15%. C. 33%. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 4. How does the device provide health information? A. By monitoring health records. B. By checking the heart rate. C. By examining sweat. 5. What is one potential application of this technology? A. Helping athletes improve their training. B. Testing health care systems. C. Curing diseases. 6. What is the woman’s concern about the technology? A. It may need constant testing. B. It may not be available to every person. C. It may pose risks to individuals’ private data. 听下面一段较长对话， 回答以下小题。 7. What is the woman’s concern about buying an electronic lock? A. Higher cost. B. Need for a strong password. C. Potential technical problems. 8. What does the man suggest doing? A. Carrying a spare key. B. Picking a top brand. C. Downloading an app. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 9. How does technology change schools according to Jamie? A. By developing some new apps. B. By providing digital textbooks. C. By replacing teachers with AI tutors. 10. What does Jamie think of the tools? A. They provide instant feedback. B. They make problems complicated. C. They distract students rather than help. 11. What is the woman’s attitude towards technology in education? A. Negative. B. Positive. C. Carefree. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 12. What is Bard? A. A board game. B. An AI product. C. A tech company. 13. What concern do educators have about chatbots? A. Students may spend too much time on them. B. Students may rely on them too heavily. C. Their response is not quite accurate. 14. What is Satya Nadella's attitude towards ChatGPT? A. Uninterested. B. Positive. C. Critical. 15. What does the man suggest doing in the end? A. Taking advantage of innovations. B. Developing one's own creativity. C. Making contributions to innovations. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 16. What are the speakers talking about? A. A robot. B. A project. C. An accident. 17. How might the woman feel in the end? A. Worried. B. Hopeless. C. Confused. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 18. Where did the man learn about the inventions? A. In a movie. B. In an article. C. In a conversation. 19. What issue does the first invention aim to solve? A. Flying-test cost. B. Taking-off condition. C. City-living traffic. 20. How does the smart robot assist in surgeries? A. By making decisions. B. By improving accuracy. C. By explaining risks. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 21. What does the woman think of the headset? A. She is tired of it. B. She is frightened of it. C. She is optimistic about it. 22. What is the main feature of the headset? A. It senses brain movements. B. It creates realistic situations. C. It sends people to a new world. 23. What will the man do next? A. He will study the headset. B. He will pay for a headset. C. He will try a headset on. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 24. When was the first Consumer Electronics Show held? A. In 1985. B. In 1967. C. In 2025. 25. How are Wisson Robotics’ robots different from traditional robots? A. They can carry out a wider variety of tasks. B. They are made of harder materials. C. They are easier to operate and cheaper. 26. Which of the following is created by Dreame Technology? A. Soft robots. B. AI glasses. C. Window-cleaning robots. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 27. How did David initially become interested in robotics? A. By watching a documentary. B. Through a workshop. C. In a college class. 28. What is David currently building? A. A robot for household chores. B. A robot for entertainment. C. A robot for outdoor work. 29. How does David learn about robotics? A. From books. B. By attending a university. C. Through online courses and experimenting. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 30. In which aspect do people feel threatened by Spot? A. Property safety. B. Privacy. C. Job-hunting. 31. What did the New York Police Department do to Spot? A. They painted it green. B. They got it charged. C. They changed its name. 32. What is Jongwook Kim’s attitude towards police robots working with the public? A. Supportive. B. Indifferent. C. Disapproving. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 33. What is the main trend about Chinese technology? A. China leads in various tech areas. B. Chinese apps dominate social media. C. China publishes more research papers. 34. What is the reason for China’s success in the electric car industry? A. The status of the biggest battery maker. B. The high popularity of Chinese-brand cars. C. The widespread use of renewable energy. 35. What’s China’s share of global solar panel supply? A. 60%. B. 70%. C. 90%. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 36. How do smart homes make life easier for some people? A. By increasing Internet speed. B. By reducing the cost of living. C. By automating household tasks. 37. Why are people concerned about smart homes? A. They may affect privacy. B. They are difficult to set up. C. They may be too expensive. 38. What will the speaker discuss in the next session? A. Concrete operations. B. Detailed pros and cons. C. Future development. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 39. Which field is virtual reality widely used in? A. Education. B. Entertainment. C. Health care. 40. What are Xinge Yu and his colleagues trying to do? A. Improve the touch of VR. B. Make hearing advanced. C. Bring smell into VR. 41. Where can people learn more about the design? A. In a journal. B. In a movie. C. On a TV show. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 42. What is the speaker doing? A. Hosting a program. B. Teaching a music class. C. Talking about technology. 43. What does the speaker say about music technology? A. It can improve singing skills. B. It can turn sounds into musical notes. C. It can automatically correct mistakes. 44. What is the speaker’s attitude toward music technology? A. Positive. B. Critical. C. Doubtful. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 45. What can be known about new technology? A. It helps all the countries develop faster. B. It helps to protect the environment. C. It helps people get sick less frequently. 46. What is the speaker mainly talking about? A. The development of new technology. B. The disadvantages of new technology. C. The benefits of new technology. 47. What can new technology bring the patients from the speech? A. Protecting them from strange diseases. B. Asking for help all over the world. C. Curing them of their illnesses. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 48. What is the speaker doing? A. Advertising a smart product. B. Comparing different cleaners on the market. C. Giving tips on doing housework effectively. 49. What is most special about the CleanMax X5? A. Its fast charger. B. Its adjustable legs. C. Its small size. 50. What will happen after the CleanMax X5 finishes its cleaning work? A. It gives off a light smell. B. It clears the rubbish bins. C. It starts its self-cleaning process. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 51. What is Greg doing now? A. Visiting a museum. B. Talking to Chester Carlson. C. Introducing an invention and its inventor. 52. Why is the machine the most successful product? A. Its technology is widely used even today. B. Its technology inspires many other inventors. C. Its technology has helped earn a lot of money. 53. What happened to Chester Carlson? A. His mother was sick. B. His family lacked money. C. His father died. 54. What will Greg talk about next? A. The magazine Fortune. B. The development of science. C. The xerography’s working principles. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 55. What can Devil do? A. Play music. B. Carry luggage. C. Remove blocks. 56. Which aspect of Devil is particularly mentioned for improvement? A. Its steadiness. B. Its power. C. Its structure. 57. Why did Lin upload his video? A. To kill time. B. To record his life. C. To influence more youngsters. 58. When did Lin realize his inventions could benefit others? A. In 2018. B. In 2019. C. In 2021. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 59. What is the speaker’s job related to? A. Medicine. B. Education. C. Artificial intelligence. 60. What was the main goal of Project Skylark? A. To create a system for healthcare. B. To open up possibilities in finance. C. To teach a machine to identify different birds. 61. What is the program MediScan used for? A. Storing data. B. Detecting diseases. C. Producing reports. 62. What does the speaker think of the future of AI? A. Fearful. B. Hopeful. C. Doubtful. 答案以及解析 1. A 2. C 3. C 【原文】 M: In the future, many of our current jobs will be done by robots. W: The future is closer than you think. Several of my friends were fired in a car factory, because robots are now replacing them. M: Robots do offer better output for less cost. They can operate all day and night. W: This is true, but my friends are no longer earning any money. M: Hopefully they will be able to find other jobs. W: It is getting harder to find a job that will not be replaced in a few years. M: This is true. I read a report that said in this decade, 3% of jobs were at risk from machines. W: I read the same report. That number would jump to 33% during the next decade. M: Yes, but they also pointed out that robots and artificial intelligence could boost the global economy by $15 trillion. W: Do you think they will replace lawyers like us? M: Not anytime soon. W: We have to work long hours, but at least we have job security. 4. C 5. A 6. C 【原文】 M: You know? There’s a new device that can analyze your sweat to provide real-time health information. It has tiny sensors that monitor the chemical levels in sweat, and then it sends the data to your smartphone. W: That could be a game changer for health monitoring. Is it available to the public yet? M: Not yet, but it’s being tested. They’re aiming to make it available soon. W: Amazing. What are some of the potential applications of this technology? M: It could revolutionize health care by allowing individuals to continuously track their health. Athletes could enhance their training, and doctors could monitor patients remotely. W: That is really impressive. Are there any privacy issues concerning this kind of data collection? M: Yes, there will need to be strict regulations in place. They’re working on ensuring data security. W: Yes, after all, such health information could affect things like insurance. 7. C 8. B 【原文】 M: Have you considered switching to an electronic lock since you often forget your key? Electronic locks are more convenient, though they are more expensive. W: I’m not keen on the idea. I worry about technical issues with electronic ones. M: Electronic locks have advanced technology, and we can even control them with our smartphones. W: Traditional locks have been reliable for ages. And I prefer the touch of a traditional key. M: I understand your concerns. We can choose a leading brand and set up a strong password. 9. A 10. A 11. B 【原文】 W: Hey Jamie, have you noticed how much technology is changing schools these days? M: Absolutely! There are some new apps designed to help students learn. Back when we were in school, all we had were textbooks and chalkboards. Now, students even have AI tutors. W: That’s true. Do you think these tools actually make a difference? M: Definitely. For example, there are apps now that can break down complex concepts into bite-sized pieces and even offer problems with instant feedback, which I think are the coolest parts. W: But I also wonder if technology might distract students rather than help them. M: There’s always a risk of distractions, like social media or games. But I think if used correctly, technology can enhance learning. It’s all about finding the right balance. W: Agreed. Overall, I think the potential of technology in education is huge. It’s not just about new tools, but also about new ways of thinking and learning. 12. B 13. B 14. B 15. A 【原文】 M: Hey Sarah, have you heard about ChatGPT? It’s this AI chatbot that can answer almost anything with perfect grammar! W: Yes. Isn’t that the one where you can even ask it to write something in Shakespearean style about a movie? M: Exactly! A lot of people are calling it a game-changer for online interactions. And right after ChatGPT came out, Google launched its own chatbot called Bard. W: Wow, technology is moving so fast. But I’ve seen some educators raising concerns about these chatbots. I mean, they can provide grade-A essays in seconds. M: That’s a real concern, for sure. With technology advancing so fast, it’s easy for students to lean on pre-made answers instead of doing the actual work. But when Microsoft integrated ChatGPT into Bing, their CEO, Satya Nadella, said, “It’s a new day in search.” And Google is saying that AI isn’t here to replace us; it’s more about helping us understand things better and turning information into useful knowledge. M: It’s definitely an ever-changing landscape. We just need to adapt and make the most out of these innovations! 16. C 17. A 【原文】 W: Have you heard that news? An industrial robot accidentally caused a bad injury to a worker at a vegetable processing center. M: Yes. It’s reported that a male worker suffered head and chest injuries. W: How did that happen? Isn’t it an AI-powered robot? M: Well, the machine’s sensors are designed to identify boxes. The security video suggested that the man had moved near the robot with a box in his hands and this could have caused the machine’s reaction. W: Oh, that’s terrible. I hope we don’t have to face any trouble as the AI continues to develop. M: You can put this case in your project report. 18. B 19. C 20. B 【原文】 W: What were you up to, John? M: I was just reading an article about some amazing new inventions, Emily. Have you heard about the flying car? W: Flying car? That feels like something out of a movie. How does it work? M: It’s real! A company has tested one. It drives like a car on roads and takes off like a plane. They say it could solve traffic problems in big cities. W: That’s good to know. What else did the article talk about? M: There’s also a smart medical robot. It uses AI to assist doctors, making surgeries more accurate and reducing risks. W: That sounds life-saving. Does it mean fewer doctors will be needed? M: Not really. The article explained that robots handle repetitive tasks, but doctors still make decisions. It’s more about teamwork. W: I love that idea! It’s exciting to see that technology has been improving our daily life! 21. C 22. B 23. C 【原文】 W: The new virtual reality headset is making a hit among my classmates. M: Everyone in my class is talking about it too. It offers an incredible experience. It makes you feel like you are somewhere else. Do you think that’s possible? W: I’ve tried it and it really does so. When you put it on, it’s like you’ve suddenly been transported to a whole new world. And the pictures are so realistic. Some people may be frightened by it but I love it. M: Wow. That sounds absolutely amazing. But isn’t it expensive? W: It is, but as with anything, you get what you pay for. I do think it’s worth the investment if you’re into virtual reality experiences. M: I’m curious to know how it works. W: Well, it uses sensors to track your movements and translate them into the virtual world. Plus, the displays provide a very clear view. M: I’ve just got to try it. 24. B 25. A 26. C 【原文】 W: Have you heard about the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) that took place in Las Vegas, the United States? M: Oh, absolutely. It’s the world’s top tech show. The first CES was held in New York City in June 1967. W: Exactly! The 2025 CES has been a significant one for smart glasses. They are expected to see rapid growth in sales because their simpler functions and lower prices. Anyway, what impressed you most about the 2025 CES? M: Well, the soft robots from the Chinese robotics company Wisson Robotics really attracted my attention. W: What sets them apart? M: Compared with traditional robots, which are usually made of metal materials, the soft robots adopt soft materials. They are more suitable for challenging environments and can perform a wider variety of tasks in different industries and situations. W: Wow, that’s truly remarkable. I was touched by Dream Technology’s window-cleaning robots. They’ve managed to sell the product in over 100 countries and regions. M: That’s quite an achievement. 27. B 28. A 29. C 【原文】 W: I’ve heard you’ve been getting into robotics, David. What sparked your interest? M: It began with a robotics workshop I attended. The possibilities of creating intelligent machines fascinated me. W: That sounds quite complex. What have you built so far? M: I’ve made a few small robots that can perform simple tasks, like moving objects or following a line. W: Impressive! Are you working on any project right now? M: Yes, I’m building a robot that can help with household chores. W: That would be useful. How do you learn all this? M: Mostly through online courses and a lot of trial and error. W: Do you see this becoming more than just a hobby? M: Possibly. I’m really passionate about it, so maybe it could turn into a career. W: Keep at it, David. The future of robotics is exciting! M: Absolutely, I’m excited to be a part of it. 30. B 31. C 32. C 【原文】 W: A robotic police dog is being used to look for high body temperatures of homeless people at a temporary shelter in Hawaii’s capital, Honolulu. The commercial robot Spot can move like an animal and walk over almost anything a person can. But people concerned about privacy warn that the robot may become a danger to their privacy. It was bought from Boston Dynamics and used at a government homeless shelter near the airport to look for high body temperatures between mealtimes. Supervisor Joseph O’Neal of the Honolulu Police Department said it’s OK to do that. The New York Police Department started using Spot after painting it blue and renaming it “Digidog”. There are about 500 Spot robots in use. Jongwook Kim, the legal director at the American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaii, said Spot robots are used by companies to inspect areas with dangerous levels of electricity and also used in building sites, mines and factories. Kim said that there might be some good uses for such machines, but opening the door for police robots to work with the public is not a good idea. 33. A 34. A 35. C 【原文】 The rise of Chinese AI chatbots has taken the world by storm. But it’s part of a wider trend: Chinese apps are rising up the charts around the world. And it’s not just on our phones. China is becoming dominant in many other areas of tech. Look at cars. China is leading in the motor industry, selling more cars than any other country thanks to its successful electric car makers. A lot of the success comes from China being the world’s biggest battery maker too. And about drones, China rules the skies. Next time you see a considerable number of drones, there’s a 70% chance they are made in Shenzhen. In solar panels too, China is responsible for an estimated 90% of the global supply chain. By 2028 it’s predicted that 60% of the world’s renewable energy will be generated in China. 36. C 37. A 38. B 【原文】 M: Good afternoon, everyone. Have you ever wondered how technology is shaping our lives? Today, I’d like to talk about a fascinating development in the tech world — the rise of smart homes. Smart homes use Internet-connected devices to automate tasks such as controlling lighting, heating, and even security systems. These systems are designed to make life more convenient and efficient. For example, with a simple voice command, you can adjust the temperature in your house or turn off the lights. Many people find these features very useful, especially for elderly or disabled individuals who may have difficulty with regular tasks. However, as with any new technology, there are concerns about privacy and security. It’s important to consider both the benefits and risks when deciding whether a smart home is right for you. In the next session, I will discuss the advantages and disadvantages in more detail. 39. B 40. C 41. A 【原文】 W: Virtual reality is already widespread in entertainment and is starting to spread to fields ranging from education to health care. But while vision and hearing are extremely advanced, and touch is improving, one key sense has been missing from the virtual world: smell. That may be about to change. Engineer Xinge Yu of the City University of Hong Kong and his colleagues have developed a light, flexible and wireless device that can precisely deliver smells such as pineapple or green tea. VR users can fully immerse in a fragrant virtual world. “Bringing smell into VR expands it into another dimension,” Yu says. The team’s design was described in a paper. It was published in a journal called Nature Communications. A key advantage of this design is that it can control smell intensity. One demonstration in the study was when a woman in a four-dimensional movie brought a rose up to her nose, the intensity of the smell increased. 42. A 43. B 44. A 【原文】 Welcome everyone to our radio program today. We’re going to talk about how technology is changing the way music is made. In the past, musicians only use pen and paper to write their music. But now, with computer and phone apps, creating music has become much easier. Musicians can simply sing a song, and then these apps will turn it into musical notes. And that’s not all. These modern apps have some really cool functions. When musicians make mistakes, these apps also allow them to edit their music with just a few taps on the screen. They can move things around, try out different sounds, and create music like they’re in a recording place, all from their phones. So even though some musicians still like to write music by hand, technology has really changed the game. It’s an exciting time to be a musician, with so many new possibilities waiting to be explored. 45. B 46. C 47. B 【原文】 M: Good morning, my topic is what can new technology bring us? As we all know, we are now in the twenty first century which is the new technology century. In my opinion, there are three advantages that new technology can bring us. Firstly, most countries are developing faster and faster with the help of new technology. The Internet is a new technology. What does that bring us? It makes the world smaller and smaller. Secondly, human beings can benefit greatly from new technology. Some people are suffering from strange diseases and they cannot help themselves and even the doctors around them cannot help them. But people can talk about their problems on the Internet and then famous doctors and some warm-hearted people from all over the world may help them. The third advantage I think is that new technology helps to protect our earth and save it from being polluted more and more seriously. All in all, we must do our best to develop new technology and make full use of it. 48. A 49. B 50. C 【原文】 Does your robot floor cleaner feel more like a high maintenance pet than a labor saver? When they’re not fully charged, they can usually be found getting themselves stuck under the sofa. What’s more, you’ll always find yourself cleaning the spots they miss, not exactly the effortless experience you were probably hoping for. Enter the CleanMax X5. This new wet and dry cleaner is truly independent, managing the whole operation while you get on with your day. Thanks to its unique foldaway legs, which are an industry first. It can climb up and down steps of up to six centimeters. Meanwhile, its slim shape allows it to clean under low furniture with ease. It never misses a corner, and it can avoid even the smallest of objects in its path. The CleanMax X5 even cleans itself as soon as its work is done. The cleaning cloth self-cleans in hot water before quickly drying off with hot air to avoid unpleasant smells. Plus, a powerful UV light treatment kills 99.99% of bacteria. Lastly, the hands-free emptying makes daily rubbish bin trips a thing of the past. Relax and let the CleanMax X5 do the dirty work. 51. C 52. A 53. B 54. C 【原文】 Good morning everybody. Welcome to the museum of science and technology. My name is Greg and I’ll be your tour guide today. Now if you’d like to step this way we’re going to look at this machine over there. Can anybody guess what this is? Yes, this is actually the first photocopy machine. This was one of the most important inventions in the twentieth century. The magazine Fortune called it the most successful product ever marketed in America and this technology is essentially the same technology that is used in laser printers today. Just think for a moment how often you use a photocopy machine or a laser printer and this is Chester Carlson, the inventor of the photocopy machine. He invented the process of xerography. That’s basically what happens in a photocopy machine in 1938. I’m going to tell you a little bit about him and then we’ll look at how xerography works. Okay? Chester Carlson was born in Seattle. His father was sick and couldn’t work, and the family was very poor. His mother died when he was a teenager, so he had to support his father. He was a good student and he was very interested in science. 55. B 56. A 57. C 58. B 【原文】 When Bilibili uploader Lin Xiao had too many bags to carry, he built a robot to address the problem. The robot’s name? Devil! The name comes from the background music Devil’s Swing. It looks like a suitcase, which can follow Lin everywhere and avoid blocks in its path. Besides carrying bags, it can be used for transport and even charge phones. The robot has a steel structure and a 3D-printed plastic shell. The brain of the robot is powered by an electronics platform. Although it took eight months to make, Lin admits Devil is not good enough, particularly in its physical stability. Lin presented it in the video just to inspire more young people with the imagination and passion to create. Lin’s passion for robotics began in his first year at high school in 2018, when a teacher discovered his talent for computers and advanced his skills. One year later, he developed a smart home system, which made him understand how his products could help others. As a university freshman, Lin believed he and his products would make a difference in the future. 59. C 60. C 61. B 62. B 【原文】 W: Hey welcome to today’s talk! I’m Emma Davis, an AI enthusiast who’s been exploring this since finishing at MIT. I’m excited to share my passion for the incredible world of artificial intelligence, or AI. I’ll kick things off with an awesome story from 2015, in Silicon Valley. Our project was called “Project Skylark” and with Dr. Jack Thompson, a Cornell University bird expert. We wanted to teach a machine to recognize different birds. It was amazing. “Avis”, the AI system, learnt to improve its accuracy over time. In six months, it could identify bird species better than human experts! This showed the incredible potential of AI! It’s come a long way since the 1950s with Alan Turing’s ideas. Modern systems can analyze data, spot patterns, and make decisions on their own. This power has opened up endless possibilities in areas like healthcare, finance, and transportation. One inspiring example comes from Dr. Alice Chen, who in 2018 led a team at Stanford University to develop the computer program “MediScan” that analyzes images and detects early signs of diseases like cancer. MediScan’s accuracy and speed massively surpassed human capabilities, saving thousands of lives. However, it has its challenges and risks. A 2020 report showed concern of AI taking jobs and affecting economy. I love AI but there’s tough conversations about balancing progress, job security, privacy and security as systems get better. Together, we can create a future where AI helps us achieve our wildest dreams. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $