Exploring Deep Space and Deep Ocean with AI Guidance

Explore the challenges and advancements in AI-guided exploration of deep space and deep ocean environments in this 40-minute conference talk from Strange Loop. Delve into the complexities of data collection, autonomous decision-making, and scientific return in extreme environments like the ocean floor and Mars. Learn about cutting-edge data acquisition techniques such as Raman spectroscopy and Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS), and understand their importance in advancing ML/AI capabilities. Discover the role of remote sensing in maximizing information return during missions to distant celestial bodies like Europa. Gain insights into the balance between scientific objectives, safety concerns, and technological limitations in extreme environment exploration. Examine real-world applications through discussions of Mars Exploration Rovers, ocean concept testing, and future space missions. Understand the critical role of AI advancements in overcoming challenges related to signal latency, autonomous navigation, and instrument awareness in these hostile environments.