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9/12/2019

Topic Reading-Vol.2710-9/12/2019

Dear MEL Topic Readers,
5G patrol robot debuts in Shanghai
It looks harmless, or even cute. Unlike uniformed police officers who often look authoritative and unfriendly, this tri-cycled police robot received pedestrians’ warm attention when it made its debut on the busiest shopping street in Shanghai. It doesn’t do much at the moment. It rather functions as a moving CCTV, or Closed-circuit TV, camera with face recognition, which is seen everywhere in China. But when the area is covered by 5G, the fifth-generation cellular network that transmits data even faster than Wi-Fi, the police robot can provide real-time interaction with the police.
One of the advantages of this robo-police is its durability. It can work 24/7 as long as the battery lasts. It also plays a role to prevent crimes from happening. People can even contact the police real-time on the site.
But when a police robot is equipped with more flexible and advanced mobility, it could pursue criminals or intervene in a dispute or violence. Also, if it is armed with a weapon and AI, it could function as a true Robo-cop like the ones in the movie.
Will such AI armed robot look as friendly as human cops?
Enjoy seeing the photos of this friendly looking patrol robot on the busiest street in Shanghai.

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