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A global horizon scan of the future impacts of robotics and autonomous systems on urban ecosystems
Tekijät: Goddard Mark, Davies Zoe, Guenat Solène, Ferguson Mark J., Fisher Jessica, Ahjokoski Teija, Akanni Adeniran, Anderson Pippin, Angeoletto Fabio, Antoniou Constantinos, Bates Adam, Barkwith Andrew, Berland Adam, Bouch Christopher, Rega-Brodsky Christine, Byrne Loren, Cameron David, Canavan Rory, Chapman Tim, Connop Stuart, Crossland Steve, Dade Marie, Dawson David, Dobbs Cynnamon, Downs Colleen, Ellis Erle, Escobedo Francisco, Gobster Paul, Gulsrud Natalie, Güneralp Burak, Hahs Amy, Hale James, Hassall Christopher, Hedblom Marcus, Hochuli Dieter, Inkinen Tommi, Ioja Ioan-Cristian, Kendal Dave, Knowland Tom, Kowarik Ingo, Langdale Simon, Lerman Susannah, MacGregor-Fors Ian, Manning Peter, Massini Peter, McLean Stacey, Mkwambisi David, Ossola Alessandro, Luque Gabriel, Pérez-Urrestarazu Luis, Perini Katia, Perry Gad, Pett Tristan, Plummer Kate, Radji Raoufou, Roll Uri, Potts Simon, Rumble Heather, Sadler Jon, de Saille Stevienna, Sautter Sebastian, Scott Catherine, Shwartz Assaf, Snep Robbert, Soulsbury Carl, Smith Tracy, Stanley Margaret, Van de Voorde Tim, Venn Stephen, Warren Philip, Washbourne Carla-Leanne, Whitling Mark, Williams Nicholas, Yang Jun, Yeshitela Kumelachew, Yocom Ken, Dallimer Martin
Kustantaja: Nature Publishing Group
Julkaisuvuosi: 2021
Journal: Nature Ecology and Evolution
Vuosikerta: 5
Numero: 2
Aloitussivu: 219
Lopetussivu: 230
Sivujen määrä: 21
ISSN: 2397-334X
eISSN: 2397-334X
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41559-020-01358-z
Verkko-osoite: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41559-020-01358-z
Rinnakkaistallenteen osoite: http://pure-oai.bham.ac.uk/ws/files/120813145/Goddard_RAS_horizon_scan_final_version_Sept_2020.pdf
Technology is transforming societies worldwide. A major innovation is the emergence of robotics and autonomous systems (RAS), which have the potential to revolutionize cities for both people and nature. Nonetheless, the opportunities and challenges associated with RAS for urban ecosystems have yet to be considered systematically. Here, we report the findings of an online horizon scan involving 170 expert participants from 35 countries. We conclude that RAS are likely to transform land use, transport systems and human–nature interactions. The prioritized opportunities were primarily centred on the deployment of RAS for the monitoring and management of biodiversity and ecosystems. Fewer challenges were prioritized. Those that were emphasized concerns surrounding waste from unrecovered RAS, and the quality and interpretation of RAS-collected data. Although the future impacts of RAS for urban ecosystems are difficult to predict, examining potentially important developments early is essential if we are to avoid detrimental consequences but fully realize the benefits.
