''There will always be some labour available. Many years ago...

''There will always be some labour available.

Many years ago when computers were going to put people out of work, my work colleagues bought me a coffee mug.

The inscription said, " no computer will replace me, no computer will put up with this crap"

I feel the same about robots,''


''some'' --------- is the key word -------- I suggest in whatever years - as far as being a factor in a consumerist society --------- the 'some' will be irrelevant.


''Many years ago when computers were going to put people out of work,''

as far as any referencing to the change to the computer era which was predicted to put everyone out of work - and did the opposite

I think that's a story that many people run with and I think it's badly fundamentally flawed

we went from a typewriter to a physical word processor to a computer app word processor ---------

ALL of that required a bum on a seat punching keys on a keyboard -

now enter AI ----------------- no bum on seat required.

THIS is VASTLY different - the change to robotics and AI is completely different to any other era change in hominoid history -

there will be NO BUMS ON SEATS punching keyboards ---------- none.

a few perhaps out of billions ------- it's the scale that matters

a few hundred workers cannot keep a consumerist society running by their spending earnings if there are billions who do not work for money -

it is just -------- impossible


Robots will do whatever they are tasked with ----------- so, on this one - you are just plain wrong.


Robots are increasingly taking on jobs that humans find undesirable, particularly those that are dull, dirty, or dangerous. Here are some of the most unpleasant tasks currently being handled by robots:
## Dangerous Jobs
1. **Handling Radioactive Waste**: Robots are essential in managing radioactive materials, especially in nuclear power plants. They can safely collect and package waste, minimizing health risks to human workers. This task is critical due to the high levels of radiation involved, making human intervention extremely hazardous[2].
2. **Furnace Tapping**: This involves stirring molten metal at extremely high temperatures (up to 2000°C) to remove slag. The job is not only physically demanding but also poses significant risks due to the heat and toxic fumes. Robots equipped with heat-resistant coverings and specialized tools are now performing this task, greatly enhancing safety[2].
3. **Working in Contaminated Environments**: Certain jobs, such as those in industrial battery manufacturing or drug production, expose workers to toxic dust and hazardous conditions. Robots can operate in these environments without the health risks that humans would face[2].
## Dull and Dirty Jobs
4. **Cleaning and Maintenance**: Robots are increasingly used for cleaning tasks in environments that are dirty or hazardous, such as industrial sites or disaster areas. They can perform repetitive cleaning tasks without the fatigue or health concerns that human workers would experience[2].
5. **Agricultural Tasks**: In agriculture, robots are used for tasks like harvesting crops, which can be physically taxing and require long hours in the field. These robots can work continuously and handle the physical demands of the job more efficiently than humans[2].
## Summary
Robots are taking over jobs that humans typically dread due to their dangerous, dirty, or dull nature. Tasks such as handling radioactive waste, furnace tapping, and working in contaminated environments illustrate how robots can enhance safety and efficiency in the workforce, allowing humans to focus on roles that require creativity, empathy, and complex decision-making.

[1] https://www.thinkbusiness.ie/articles/jobs-robots-cant-do/
[2] https://blog.robotiq.com/5-super-dangerous-jobs-that-robots-can-do-safely
[3] https://www.saviom.com/blog/12-jobs-that-robots-ai-will-replace-in-the-future-and-12-that-wont/
[4] https://www.reddit.com/r/Futurology/comments/10c3dxs/if_ai_takes_over_all_work_and_jobs_what_will/
[5] https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20230418-ai-anxiety-artificial-intelligence-replace-jobs