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pocoslip · 2 years ago
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I'm still waiting for a Non-Transformable Nightbird Figure
(i don't want siege nightbird nope)
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comicchannel · 1 year ago
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Transformers Generations R.E.D. Coronation Starscream Hasbro F0740
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dddemigirl · 1 year ago
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Belated Valentine’s Day gifts from my bestie @batgirltongue 💌💘
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mbari-blog · 5 months ago
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Meet MBARI: This team develops innovative new technology to map the seafloor 🤖🗺️
With marine life and ecosystems facing a rising tide of threats, the ocean exploration community needs nimble, cost-effective tools for measuring and monitoring ocean health. MBARI’s Control, Modeling, and Perception of Autonomous Systems Laboratory, known as the CoMPAS Lab is up to the challenge.
MBARI scientists and engineers build and adapt advanced technology that enhances ocean data collection. Led by engineer Giancarlo Troni, the CoMPAS Lab team develops scalable marine technology that can easily be modified for use in a wide variety of vehicles and platforms. 
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Working with other teams across MBARI, the CoMPAS Lab leverages vehicles like the MiniROV to deploy and test new tools in Monterey Bay's submarine canyon and then adapt them for other mobile platforms. By sharing open-source design specifications and advanced algorithms with the wider ocean exploration community, we hope to expand access to MBARI’s engineering innovations.
MBARI technology is transforming what we know about the ocean and its inhabitants. Our scientists, engineers, and marine operations staff work together to create innovative tools for a more sustainable future where autonomous robots and artificial intelligence can track ocean health in real time and help us visualize ocean animals and environments. Studying our blue backyard is revealing our connection to the ocean—how it sustains us and how our actions on land may be threatening its future.
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We’re spotlighting various teams at MBARI to showcase the different ways we’re studying the largest environment on Earth. We hope this series inspires a new generation of ocean explorers. Dive in.
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stevebattle · 10 months ago
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T-HR3 Humanoid Robot (2017), Tomohisa Moridaira (team leader), Toyota, Japan. "T-HR3 was launched in 2017 and the latest version, presented in 2019, is a machine capable of sophisticated, flexible movements that mirror the actions of a human operator who can be up to 100km away. … The operator uses a Master Manoeuvring System to control movement, right down to finger level. These lightweight controls are strapped to the operator, including a VR headset which shows them to view the robot’s surroundings in real time. The development of finger control has enabled T-HR3 to do more delicate and precise tasks, increasing its functionality. … The robot’s basic human shape makes it easier for a human to control without the special training required of a more complex design. It also makes it easier for the robot to operate in environments that are designed to suit humans. Tomohisa Moridaira, team leader for the development of T-HR3, said: “We still have to overcome many development issues. But in the future, people will be able to extend their ability to move and experience the world using remote avatar robots. The ability to offer new mobility services like this is a goal that is well-suited to Toyota as it transforms into a mobility company. We think there will be important future applications, such as providing proper care for the aging population, including helping reduce the travel time for carers and increasing communication time via robots, or enhancing the abilities of people who need care to do more for themselves. We want to use the technologies we have developed to help realise a society in which everyone will be able to maximise the time they have and live active lives.” " – The world of Toyota robots.
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gossamerufansubs · 3 months ago
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One page about Eiyu Club film "Evaroid Seria" from HEROINE magazine Volume 2 (2004). This edition focused on independent heroine tokusatsu production companies such as Eiyu Club, Center Island, and more.
English translation below the cut:
[Below “Serya”]
The next image character created by Eiyu Club after "Cyber ​​Lady Suzuka" is "Seria". The beauty of the mask design is the best in the history of masks!
[In box with two other characters]
Heroes Century 01
Seria, Blue Lilac, and Red Lilac appeared at an independent film screening held at Jungle, a video shop in Osaka. We usually only see heroines on TV screens or in print, but at these events the heroines jump out of the 2D world into the 3D world, which is very exciting. Once you go to a heroine event, you'll be hooked!
[Middle right text, below waist-up image of Seria]
Evaroid Seria
An android (Evaroid) designed for VIP protection, belonging to the Metropolitan Police Department-designated private organization "Police Support Service (P.S.S.)." Her product name is "SLRYASS," and she is the 12th unit of the female-type EC series. Normally, Evaroids are given unique names, but she retains her product name as her personal identifier. The reason behind this is that her assignment to protect Hayato Kusunoki was decided so suddenly that there was no time to assign her a proper name. She usually operates in human form (Normal Mode), but in emergency situations, she activates her Guard Mode, transforming into a combat-ready form. (Appears in: Seria)
[Small text, below image of the two Evaroids back to back]
Evaroid Seria and Evaroid Ai. They are basically androids designated by the Metropolitan Police Department to guard important people, with Seria being the superior Evaroid. They also have slightly different designs.
[Below image to the right of that one, with Normal Mode Seria flanked by two Zombies]
Seria’s battle scenes are quite intense. Her beauty is further enhanced by the intensity of the battle.
[Text to the left of the image of Seria flat on the ground]
Seria’s damage scene. A fallen heroine is a beautiful sight.
[Below image of two unmasked women in Evaroid suits]
The two suit actresses inside Seria and Ai. Their smiles are beautiful!
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"Seria" (2002)
In the near future, the rapid development of androids is bringing about major social change... The radical anti-robot organization "Executive Destruction Federation" bares its fangs at androids and people who support robots. Hayato Kusunoki, a tough reporter, stands up to the "Executive Destruction Federation" with his sense of justice. And Seria, a female android (Evaroid) who protects important people, is given a secret mission to protect him. The two gradually become attracted to each other... However, Hayato approaches the depths of the "Executive Destruction Federation" despite Seria’s warnings. When Hayato is in danger, Seria faces a powerful enemy that exceeds her own capabilities and is deeply hurt. Hayato rushes to repair Seria, but the gears of fate begin to turn toward a cruel reality.
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Seria asked one of Japan's leading instructors to create the mask, and the mask is unparalleled in beauty. The suit is white and extremely smart.
[Text on image] The fighting spirit hidden beneath the beautiful mask!
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Evaroid Ai
The first unit (prototype) of the EC series, a female-type android designed for VIP protection. She is currently assigned to a protection role, just like the mass-produced units. Her basic performance is similar to Seria, but as a prototype, she possesses additional redundancies, making her slightly more capable. However, she also has drawbacks, such as insufficient weight reduction in components. Many of her parts are incompatible with mass-produced units, making future modifications during maintenance inevitable. Differences in appearance between her and the mass-produced models can also be observed. (Appears in: Seria)
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kensanwrites · 11 months ago
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Robotic Affirmation Series: Favored One
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thetriphibianmonster · 6 months ago
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Godzilla Design Runway: Tristar/Millenium
Today I'm covering Godzilla's appearance from the first design to use CGI to the last film to use suitmation. Photos sourced from Wikizilla.
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Chinzilla (1998) Ground zero for Raptorization, though his gangly proportions feel closer to a Xenomorph at times. Either way it doesn't suit Godzilla: what works at theropod size doesn't scale up well to a Daikaiju, and ToraGoji lacks the sturdy, pyramidal build that grounds the traditional suits. The design is also awkwardly front heavy, with the forward swept dorsal plates, broad shoulders, and lantern jaw.
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Big Head Mode (1998) While giving Godzilla children is usually a way to develop his character, Emmerich seems more invested in aping the raptor scenes from Jurassic Park. As a result the Baby Godzillas are much more vilified than their predecessors, though their menacing features are undercut by their disproportionate, stick-figure builds.
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DailyDose (1999-2000) A pretty radical reinvention of the King of the Monsters that still retains the spirit of the character. Channeling KingGoji, the first Millenium suit opts for a more reptilian visage, with its green skin, less upright pose, and crocodilian maw filled with jagged fangs. Its gigantic, crystalline dorsal plates are wholly original, rounding off a unique and iconic package, While it's not my preferred take on the King of the Monsters, I respect it immensely.
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ThanksDoc (1999) Orga has one of the more unique builds among kaiju. Its hulking, brutish form is an ironic contrast to its pensive, cautious approach. It's a bit ungainly for my taste, but I can't deny it works in the context of a runaway mutation.
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Godzilla Wants the Flamethrower (1999) We see very little of Orga's second phase before it is blown to smithereens. The mouth net is certainly unnerving and I like the rougher skin texture, though it's only a copy of MireGoji's. Ultimately it's more of teaser for further transformation than it is a complete design.
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GojiMosuGhidoGoji (2001) The most villainous looking Godzilla design, GMK's squared off muzzle and empty gaze are instantly recognizable. While the more upright stance combined with the neck orientation gives this Godzilla rather poor posture, it helps enhance his menace though his distinct "skulking" silhouette.
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Perpetual Perplexion (2002-2003) A solid synthesis of Miregoji's build with more traditional features. While KiryuGoji loses some of the originality of the first Millennium suit, its less fearsome face has unprecedented ability to emote. The amount of animatronics they crammed into that head is impressive: I think the Kiryu Duology may have been where Suitmation peaked at Toho.
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Mechagodzilla Unit 03 (2002) While I've come to prefer the original's Tin Can charms, Kiryu was my favorite version for a long time. Instead of sleek futurism or whimsical retrofuturism, Kiryu grounds itself in the Real Robot genre with its detailed, plausible mechanical design. Appropriately resembling both a skeleton and a suit of armor, Kiryu's flexible, organic structure also deserves props for its functioning tail.
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MFS-03Z Kai (2003) While its film isn't as good, I actually prefer Modified Kiryu's more streamlined, color-coordinated battle pack and railguns. That said, I miss the Absolute Zero Canon, and while the drill hand is fun, it feels a bit mechanically dubious for an otherwise grounded design.
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Absolutely Zero Chill (2004) While the prior Millennium Suits retained surprising mobility given their bulk, the Final Godzilla suit is slimmed down for maximum flexibility and athleticism. Unlike some of its costars, FinalGoji still avoids an overtly humanoid build, instead evoking later Showa suits with extra muscle. It's demeanor is decidedly less Showa: with furrowed brow, piercing glare, and grimacing sneer, FinalGoji looks the most furious of any Godzilla. It's an eclectic mix of features, but impressive nonetheless.
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The Relapse (2004) Somehow Minilla returned. While his most displeasing features have been smoothed over, he still resembles a Barney character more than anything Godzilla adjacent. Ultimately the worst version of Godzilla Junior is still more appealing than the best version of Minilla.
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Jira Minus D (2004) Fairly embarrassing. While the CGI model's straightened dorsal fins alleviate some of ToraGoji's front-heaviness, this is still ultimately just a lower detail version of the worst Godzilla design.
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comicchannel · 1 year ago
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Transformers Generations R.E.D. Ultra Magnus Hasbro F0745
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jimclassicstoycollection · 7 months ago
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Transformers
R.E.D.
Optimus Primal
by Hasbro (2021)
I don't exactly remember when I got this guy, but it was sometime back in 2021. I guess it doesn't really matter anyway.
This is Optimus Primal. We've seen him before, but THIS version is part of the now defunct (or I presume it is by now) R.E.D. toyline or 'Robot Enhanced Design' line Just a fancy way of Hasbro trying to merge the concepts of Action Masters and Star Wars' Black Series figures.
I've covered a few of them at this point, and I never bought that many, aside from the obligatory Optimus Prime, Megatron, and a few others; I thought mostly the line was a bit of a let down.
But I would say Optimus Primal is (mostly) an exception.
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Bot mode:
I suppose it would be pointless to talk about the beast mode, considering he doesn't have one.
Anyway, Optimus Primal is in his Season 1 robot mode, and I gotta say, THIS is fantastic!
The sculpting of the fur is so good; some of the best in my opinion.
The Optimus head sculpt might be one of the best Primal head sculpts I've ever seen too (though I do think the blue of his helmet and the gray of his mask are bit too dark).
The range of motion on this figure is good. The toy is capable of a lot of different poses which is great for photography.
For some reason, the chest panel and the backpack are removable, and I'm not really sure why. There is some sculpting under the chest panel, so I suppose this could be a form of battle damage...OR maybe since some of the other R.E.D figures have similar removable pieces, perhaps they can swapped around to different figures...
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Accessories:
Optimus Primal comes with few accessories; a pair of closed fists and his two swords.
Starting with the swords. They're fine. I think they look really nice, they feel solid, and look accurate to the shows design.
On the downside, however, is not with the swords, but with Optimus' gripping hands.
The plastic of the gripping hands is very thick and not very maleable. I had to exert some strength in order to wedge those sword handles into the hands. It's not fun.
Swapping out the grip hands for the closed fists is very simple. And once you got those dukes on, Optimus Primal is ready to box.
They look fine, but I wish Optimus came with another pair of hands, with open palms or something.
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Final Thoughts:
R.E.D. Optimus Primal might be one of the best this line had to offer (in spite of its flaws) in its brief existence.
The sculpting is good, the level of articulation is good, the accessories...are lacking. But at the end of the day, it's just fun. Maybe not $20 worth of fun, but fun nonetheless.
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I do have to say that I think 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime scales in well with RED Optimus Primal
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stcries · 7 months ago
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HERE HE IS, MY POST CANON VIKTOR DESIGN. putting all of his info/headcanon below the cut because of spoilers as well as just how long this post got. this design may not be finalised just yet.
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-both him and jayce emerge from the crystal. due to some arcane magic mumbo jumbo, viktor’s appearance has been reverted back to his human self (sort of a combination of season 1 + season 2 act 2)
-is serving prison time due to his involvement in the noxian invasion. however someone (COUGH jayce COUGH) managed to talk things out, especially with catlin in order to make his situation more comfortable. he’s not bound to a prison cell, but he is bound to a specific area in piltover, which could either be the prison, jayce’s home, the kiramen household, his old lab, who knows! where exactly he’s being held is still under development, but it’s sort of like house arrest.
-spends most of his time still tinkering with machinery. whilst he doesn’t have access to a lot thanks to him serving his sentence, he’ll ask jayce and others whom he’s friends with to bring him scraps they may find and he’ll use what he can salvage to make new things. one of his favourites is making small robotic toys, just like the boat he made as a child, for the children of piltover who were effected.
-despite his situation, viktor wants to help rebuild piltover, since its destruction was majorly his own doing. he’ll help out when and where he can, doing small jobs here and there, but he hates that he’s not able to do more. he also feels very guilty about his crimes, but is on his way to both being forgiven and also forgiving himself.
-his leg is still deformed, however his terminal illness has been somewhat cured. he is still physically weaker than most, but his condition will not deteriorate any more from where it currently is. in short, whilst he won’t get any better, he won’t get any worse.
-scars still on his face, and left hand is lost completely engulfed in arcane scarring thanks to what he and jayce accomplished in the astral plane. and yes, they somehow managed to salvage the blanket, which he still wears as a scarf.
-a lot more mellowed out. still has some snappy comebacks and that sass we all know and love, but he’s much calmer. he also still speaks quite robotically and monotone thanks to his fusion with the hexcore, but he’s working on improving it with some speech therapy here and there.
-viktor still has some remnants of his healing abilities left, but they’re extremely minute and have extreme limitations. it requires a lot of concentration to work, and he can only heal at least one person daily, as the process is incredibly draining on his body. however, he can’t heal major wounds or disease like he previously could, the most he can do nowadays is make a flower stop wilting, or heal someone’s scrapped knee. anymore than that and he’ll simply get too exhausted or pass out from over exertion. however, he’s secretly training himself to try and enhance these abilities. he does so in private as to not cause panic, as his many still remember his abilities being associated with his cult and then their robotic transformations, so many aren’t very trusting.
-sparks/small pieces of arcane magic can still emerge form his body, but it’s an involuntary reaction. they’re heavily tied to his emotions, and if you’re touching him when this happens, the most you’ll feel is a small buzz. this can happen when he’s excited, surprised, and more. however, these sparks are also tied to his anger, and if you find yourself in physical contact with him when this occurs, it’ll feel much more like an electric shock or being hit with a taser.
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generouslywanderingpriest · 10 days ago
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Video Agent: The Future of AI-Powered Content Creation
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The rise of AI-generated content has transformed how businesses and creators produce videos. Among the most innovative tools is the video agent, an AI-driven solution that automates video creation, editing, and optimization. Whether for marketing, education, or entertainment, video agents are redefining efficiency and creativity in digital media.
In this article, we explore how AI-powered video agents work, their benefits, and their impact on content creation.
What Is a Video Agent?
A video agent is an AI-based system designed to assist in video production. Unlike traditional editing software, it leverages machine learning and natural language processing (NLP) to automate tasks such as:
Scriptwriting – Generates engaging scripts based on keywords.
Voiceovers – Converts text to lifelike speech in multiple languages.
Editing – Automatically cuts, transitions, and enhances footage.
Personalization – Tailors videos for different audiences.
These capabilities make video agents indispensable for creators who need high-quality content at scale.
How AI Video Generators Work
The core of a video agent lies in its AI algorithms. Here’s a breakdown of the process:
1. Input & Analysis
Users provide a prompt (e.g., "Create a 1-minute explainer video about AI trends"). The AI video generator analyzes the request and gathers relevant data.
2. Content Generation
Using GPT-based models, the system drafts a script, selects stock footage (or generates synthetic visuals), and adds background music.
3. Editing & Enhancement
The video agent refines the video by:
Adjusting pacing and transitions.
Applying color correction.
Syncing voiceovers with visuals.
4. Output & Optimization
The final video is rendered in various formats, optimized for platforms like YouTube, TikTok, or LinkedIn.
Benefits of Using a Video Agent
Adopting an AI-powered video generator offers several advantages:
1. Time Efficiency
Traditional video production takes hours or days. A video agent reduces this to minutes, allowing rapid content deployment.
2. Cost Savings
Hiring editors, voice actors, and scriptwriters is expensive. AI eliminates these costs while maintaining quality.
3. Scalability
Businesses can generate hundreds of personalized videos for marketing campaigns without extra effort.
4. Consistency
AI ensures brand voice and style remain uniform across all videos.
5. Accessibility
Even non-experts can create professional videos without technical skills.
Top Use Cases for Video Agents
From marketing to education, AI video generators are versatile tools. Key applications include:
1. Marketing & Advertising
Personalized ads – AI tailors videos to user preferences.
Social media content – Quickly generates clips for Instagram, Facebook, etc.
2. E-Learning & Training
Automated tutorials – Simplifies complex topics with visuals.
Corporate training – Creates onboarding videos for employees.
3. News & Journalism
AI-generated news clips – Converts articles into video summaries.
4. Entertainment & Influencers
YouTube automation – Helps creators maintain consistent uploads.
Challenges & Limitations
Despite their advantages, video agents face some hurdles:
1. Lack of Human Touch
AI may struggle with emotional nuance, making some videos feel robotic.
2. Copyright Issues
Using stock footage or AI-generated voices may raise legal concerns.
3. Over-Reliance on Automation
Excessive AI use could reduce creativity in content creation.
The Future of Video Agents
As AI video generation improves, we can expect:
Hyper-realistic avatars – AI-generated presenters indistinguishable from humans.
Real-time video editing – Instant adjustments during live streams.
Advanced personalization – AI predicting viewer preferences before creation.
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nextgenaiblog · 15 days ago
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Artificial Intelligence: Revolutionizing the Future
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a concept from science fiction movies. It has become an integral part of our daily lives, shaping the way we work, communicate, and solve problems. From self-driving cars to virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa, AI is transforming industries and improving efficiency like never before.
What is Artificial Intelligence?
Artificial Intelligence refers to the ability of machines to mimic human intelligence. It involves learning, reasoning, problem-solving, and understanding natural language. AI systems are designed to perform tasks that usually require human intelligence, such as:
Recognizing speech and images.
Making decisions.
Translating languages.
Automating repetitive tasks.
Applications of AI in Everyday Life
AI has a wide range of applications across industries:
Healthcare: AI-powered systems assist in diagnosing diseases, analyzing medical data, and even performing robotic surgeries.
Education: Personalized learning platforms use AI to adapt to the pace and style of individual students.
Business: AI streamlines operations through chatbots, predictive analytics, and customer relationship management tools.
Transportation: Autonomous vehicles and traffic management systems rely heavily on AI.
The Role of AI in the Future
As AI continues to evolve, it is expected to:
Enhance productivity by automating complex tasks.
Create more accurate predictive models for climate change and resource management.
Improve personalization in services like e-commerce, entertainment, and healthcare.
Assist in the development of smarter cities.
Challenges and Ethical Concerns
While AI has numerous benefits, it also poses challenges:
Job Displacement: Automation could replace certain jobs, affecting employment.
Privacy Issues: Data collection by AI systems raises concerns about privacy and security.
Ethical Dilemmas: AI decision-making in areas like law enforcement and healthcare requires strict guidelines to avoid biases.
Conclusion
Artificial Intelligence is undeniably shaping our future in profound ways. While it brings opportunities for innovation, it also calls for responsibility and ethical use. Embracing AI with a focus on inclusivity and transparency will ensure its benefits are shared by all.
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nuadox · 1 month ago
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Austin’s 3D printed neighborhood could signal a shift in homebuilding (video)
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- By Nuadox Crew -
On the outskirts of Austin, Texas, a groundbreaking housing development is taking shape—literally—layer by layer. The project, a collaboration between homebuilding giant Lennar and construction tech firm Icon, marks the largest community of 3D printed homes in the world.
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Video: "Inside The World’s Largest 3D Printed Neighborhood" by CNBC, YouTube.
With 100 houses built over two years, the initiative serves as a pilot for faster, more cost-effective construction methods.
The development comes at a critical time for the U.S. housing market, which faces a shortage of approximately four million homes. Rising labor costs and soaring material prices have made homeownership increasingly out of reach for many Americans. Against this backdrop, 3D printing is being tested as a viable way to increase supply and stabilize costs.
For Holly, one of the community’s first residents, the benefits are already evident. She and her family were drawn to the home’s sleek design and promise of energy efficiency. A year later, she reports consistently low electric bills—just $26 in January—and appreciates the home’s resistance to wind, fire, and mold. At just under $400,000, the price point is competitive with larger, traditionally built homes in the area.
At the heart of the construction process is Icon’s robotic technology, which can produce a house in roughly two weeks. The system relies on digital blueprints uploaded to a proprietary platform called Build OS, which automates structural reinforcement, wiring, and plumbing. With only three workers needed to operate the machinery, the process is a significant step toward labor reduction—a key factor in scaling affordable housing.
The project encountered early setbacks. Initial builds took longer and cost more than expected. But through trial and error, the team refined their methods—adjusting wall thickness and adopting more open floor plans to streamline production.
Lennar and Icon are already preparing their next phase: a new community featuring twice as many homes, lower price points, and enhanced 3D printing capabilities that could eventually fabricate complete building envelopes, including roofs and foundations. The technology also holds promise for disaster-prone regions, where fire-resistant materials and durable design could be life-saving.
Although 3D printed homes have yet to match the profitability of conventional construction, the partnership signals a broader transformation in an industry long resistant to change. If successful, this model could pave the way for more sustainable, resilient, and accessible housing across the country.
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transformersecretbiofiles · 4 months ago
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Cybertron (Location) - Castle Bababus Del
Castle: Bababus Del (Abyss of Dark Delights)
Location
City Name: Arerbus Vos-Barathom (Dark Pit of Vos) State/Sector: Vos/Tarn border of Cybertron
Historical Context
Founding and Governance: Arerbus Vos-Barathom emerged during Cybertron’s Golden Age as a bustling hub of decadence and opulence. Initially founded as a neutral ground, the city attracted multiple factions: Decepticons, Autobots, and neutral parties, each vying for control over the thriving underbelly of the metropolis. Over the years, a mafia-like hierarchy developed, as elite families secretly ruled the shadows, facilitating corruption, crime, and depravity. These ruling families represented a blend of aristocratic wealth and organized crime, engaging in power struggles through backdoor deals, blackmail, and political maneuvering.
Cultural Dynamics: The city was known for its vibrant nightlife, drawing in wealthy Transformers and affluent organics from around the galaxy. Establishments like nightclubs, casinos, and brothels flourished, resembling grandiose venues akin to Las Vegas or Monaco on Earth. The allure of Bababus Del attracted celebrities, luring them into its embrace of wild parties and hedonistic gatherings.
However, beneath the glamour lay a dark and twisted core, with rampant exploitation and cruelty. Slavery became the disturbing foundation upon which the city’s wealth was built. Cybertronians who fell from grace were often sold into servitude and mighty robots employed as enforcers or pleasure-seekers of the powerful elite. Organics, in stark contrast, faced subjugation and servitude, illustrating the city's moral depravity.
The Castle of Bababus Del Overview
Bababus Del is an immense castle, an imposing structure that once stood as a symbol of hedonistic pleasure and excess. Its halls are adorned with riches, the walls echoing with memories of wild revelries and dark secrets. Designed in the opulent styles reminiscent of Studio 54 and the grandeur of Versailles, it exudes both beauty and menace. The atmosphere within is intoxicating, filled with intoxicants, laughter, and the chilling undercurrent of desperation.
Activities:
Wild Parties: The parties hosted in Bababus Del are infamous across the galaxy. Transforming from mere gatherings into riotous displays of excess and indulgence, they attract the wealthy elite. Legends abound of performances and revelries that defy the limits of morality, including combinations of dazzling light shows, intoxicating substances, and dark incantations performed by cultists.
Slavery of All Kinds: The castle is a marketplace for both organic and Cybertronian slaves, creating a horrifying juxtaposition of surreality against the backdrop of pleasure. Organics are often subjected to horrific conditions, while Cybertronian servants become embroiled in a society that is both exhilarating and degrading.
Cult Activity: Led by Lilithra, the castle has evolved into a sanctuary for dark cults, where followers of the Dark Spark congregate to engage in secret rituals. The ambiance is charged with arcane energy as cult members worship dark entities, calling upon forbidden knowledge and energy. These activities often culminate in excessive displays of power, from sacrificial rites to dark magic-augmented orgies.
Wild Orgies and Secret Rights: The sexual freedom and depravity within Bababus Del are legendary. With walls that seem to pulse with lust and desire, orgies are a common sight, where both patrons and servants surrender to primal urges. Secret rites involve the consummation of darker pacts, merging the energies of the Dark Spark with sensual pleasures.
Illegal Drug Use: The castle is a haven for substance abuse, where the most dangerous and exotic drugs flow freely. From enhancements to mind-altering experiences, these substances allow attendees to escape reality, further perpetuating the cycle of decadence that defines the castle.
Connections to Lilithra, The Fallen, and Liege Maximo
Lilithra
Bababus Del serves as the central seat of Lilithra's power, reflecting her dual nature—both a seductive figure and a dark enforcer of power. After the corruption of her original ideals, she became synonymous with the spirit of the castle, embodying the wild hedonism and darker tendencies that define it. Her ownership of the castle establishes her as a formidable ruler, and her connection to the Dark Spark evokes a feeling of reverence among those seeking her favor.
In addition to being a high priestess of forbidden arts, she uses the castle as a sanctuary for lost souls, drawing followers who yearn for freedom from oppression and a taste of power. However, her bond with the Dark Spark brings an air of unpredictability to her reign, as its influence seeps into even the most jubilant celebrations, reminding all present that true danger lurks beneath the surface.
The Fallen
The Fallen, as a being of chaos and destruction, has a historical connection to both the castle and Lilithra. Having been a significant figure in the past, he could have played a role in the inception of these dark practices that came to define the city. During his rise, he impacted both the rise of depravity and the acquisition of the Dark Spark.
Once Lilithra fully succumbs to the pull of the Dark Spark, the Fallen serves as a mentor figure, reinforcing her strategies and dark ambitions while encouraging her to exploit Bababus Del as a potent source of dark energy. Their complex relationship intertwines ambition with manipulation, each aware that the other harbors ulterior motives. This dynamic sets the stage for betrayals and shifting loyalties, with Lilithra’s autonomy at perpetual risk.
Liege Maximo
Liege Maximo's influence permeates the social fabric of Bababus Del. As Lilithra’s former mentor, he embodies the intellect and cunning that established the city’s original hedonistic framework. Throughout the castle’s history, it is rumored that Maximo assisted in breeding the corrupt atmospheres that birthed the indulgent circles.
His teachings of manipulation and ambition continue to resonate through Lilithra, urging her to keep secrecy and deceit as part of her governance while pushing her towards the brink of obsessive power. Maximo’s dark legacy casts a shadow over Bababus Del, an ever-lurking presence that serves as a reminder of the consequences of ambition and selfishness.
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