Will there be a time when human error will be eradicated?
It’s a question that has bugged several generations – will robots and computers ever take over from humans?
From the introduction of the first behemoth-size super computer, people have feared our world will one day be ruled under a strong mechanic fist.
With the increasing intelligence of machines, a time when human input and error will be kept to a minimum might be on the horizon.
One man in the know is Luke Aggas, Director of Operations at Hawk-Eye Innovations, the supplier of cutting-edge technology that aids match officials in top-level sports, most notably in tennis.
Knowledgeable and focused, Luke spoke to me for an online article about how technology is here to stay, although only to complement traditional human methods.
“There isn’t an intention of ours to replace a human referee, just help with the accuracy,” Luke explained.
After a short time speaking to him, it became clear Hawk-Eye’s capabilities exuded an incredible level of potential and sophistication that could transform the world of sport.
From a system that could officiate a game of tennis almost entirely on its own, to instant technology that could be the future of goal-line technology in football, Hawk-Eye could seemingly play a huge part in sport’s future.
As Luke discussed Hawk-Eye’s work with me, I felt as though I was being made privy to a fascinating snippet of the future.
This wasn’t a time when we all lived like The Jetsons in skyline homes with robot help though, but one that was startlingly similar to today.