Journal article
Putting the humanity into inhuman systems: How human factors and ergonomics can be used to manage the risks associated with artificial general intelligence
Human Factors and Ergonomics in Manufacturing & Service Industries, Vol.31(2), pp.223-236
2021
Abstract
The next generation of artificial intelligence, known as artificial general intelligence (AGI) could either revolutionize or destroy humanity. As the discipline which focuses on enhancing human health and wellbeing, human factors and ergonomics (HFE) has a crucial role to play in the conception, design, and operation of AGI systems. Despite this, there has been little examination as to how HFE can influence and direct this evolution. This study uses a hypothetical AGI system, Tegmark's “Prometheus,” to frame the role of HFE in managing the risks associated with AGI. Fifteen categories of HFE method are identified and their potential role in AGI system design is considered. The findings suggest that all categories of HFE method can contribute to AGI system design; however, areas where certain methods require extension are identified. It is concluded that HFE can and should contribute to AGI system design and immediate effort is required to facilitate this goal. In closing, we explicate some of the work required to embed HFE in wider multi‐disciplinary efforts aiming to create safe and efficient AGI systems.
Details
- Title
- Putting the humanity into inhuman systems: How human factors and ergonomics can be used to manage the risks associated with artificial general intelligence
- Authors
- Paul M Salmon (Corresponding Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Centre for Human Factors and Systems ScienceTony Carden (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Centre for Human Factors and Systems SciencePeter A Hancock (Author) - University of Central Florida
- Publication details
- Human Factors and Ergonomics in Manufacturing & Service Industries, Vol.31(2), pp.223-236
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
- Date published
- 2021
- DOI
- 10.1002/hfm.20883
- ISSN
- 1520-6564; 2157-4650
- Grant note
- Australian Research Council
- Organisation Unit
- Centre for Human Factors and Systems Science; School of Law and Society
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99500607302621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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- Domestic collaboration
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- Web Of Science research areas
- Engineering, Manufacturing
- Ergonomics