The Pentagon wants game devs to help build AI fighter jets

Mar11
by on March 11, 2020 at 6:23 pm
Posted In: artificial intelligence


Military research agency DARPA wants video game developers to help it develop AI fighter jets. The Pentagon’s so-called “mad science” wing is seeking their support for its Air Combat Evolution (ACE) program. ACE aims to build the trust of fighter pilots in automated combat by testing algorithms in close-range aerial battles — better known as dogfights. But before they’re dodging enemy jets for real, the algorithms need to be trialed in simulations. Read: Pentagon unveils toothless ethical principles for using AI in war Lieutenant Colonel Dan Javorsek, who also goes by the cuddly nom de guerre of “Animal,” envisions the…

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Oros’ new hoodie and parka use NASA-inspired aerogel to fight the cold

Mar10
by on March 10, 2020 at 9:11 pm
Posted In: Insider


One of my favorite pieces of wearable technology I’ve tested here at TNW was an actual article of clothing: the Oros Orion Parka. Using an Aerogel-based insulator called Solarcore – Aerogel is the same material used by NASA to insulate equipment such as the Mars Rover – the coat was one of the warmest coats I’ve worn while maintaining minimal bulk. Today, Oros is launching a Kickstarter campaign updating the Orion Parka with a new and improved look, while also introducing two new designs that will arrive next fall: the Astra pullover and Atmos hoodie. As a recap, aerogel is one of…

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