The company plans to implement the technology in various fields by working with select partners in the applicable markets. This is similar to the approach taken by
Dolby,
Qualcomm, etc.
Virtual Players
AI technology is already widely used within the gaming industry. In the virtual worlds of online gaming there is a continuous demand to generate characters with which the players interact.
These characters are typically generated using classic AI algorithms. Characters generated using our technology have better humanlike properties and capabilities, enhancing the players experience and enlarging the scope of the game.
Current growth in the online-gaming industry is phenomenal, and is forecast to continue growing strongly over the next decade.
Courier-Robot
Mobile robots are used in the military for dangerous tasks, and are becoming quite affordable. Generic robot platforms are available off-the-shelf for any application. A fleet of robots for mail delivery or any other courier-type task would make a huge impact to the profitability of any logistics organization. Such robots can use an early version of our software, because if they encounter a difficult situation they can contact a central Human operator who can tell them how to act. Hence, this application will be a proving ground towards the driverless car.
Driving cars
Commuting has become the leading waste of time on the industrialized world. The elimination of the need to drive, while maintaining the independence of a private car is an alluring proposition for car owners.
We expect support for this technology not only from the motor industry, but also from the Alcoholic Drinks industry, that would remove a significant constraint on their consumers.
In 2004, over 60 million new cars were manufactured. This number if forecast to grow by 8.7 million (14.5%) by 2009, and to continue growing briskly with the motorization of China, India, Vietnam etc.