August 29, Monday, NASA will send, during the mission Artemis 1, unmanned aerial vehicle, Orionusing Space launch system (SLS / Space Launch System), with a peculiar idea, in addition to the main task: to transport ipad into space to test the virtual assistant Alexagives Amazon.

Of course, the quest is far from just for this reason, and the main goal will be to spend a few weeks around the natural satellite our planet Moon. However, a study called Callisto this is something that is approached in parallel, seeking to obtain the necessary information to improve the missions of astronauts in space, testing the combination intelligence artificial (I), voice commands as well as Video conference.

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For the project to be viable, Alexa will have application help webex, from the Cisco group, to improve communication with those in charge of the experiment. The electronic device will be attached to the center console. Howard Hu, Assistant Program Manager Orion at the Johnson Space Center in Houston (NASA) says:

“I can envision a future where astronauts can access flight status and telemetry — such as spacecraft orientation, water level, or voltage status — with simple voice commands.”

Other Apple products in space missions?

This is not the first time that a product from Apple tested in space, mainly according to the requirements international space station (ISS/International Space Station); however, this mission is considerably more difficult. While there are such interesting passages in the Big Apple curriculum, it remains an unusual application for tablet.

However, it remains to be seen the practical results of research that may be of fundamental importance for future generations of astronauts. If the experiment is successful in this segment, important changes are possible. What is your opinion on this topic? Share your point of view on this issue and follow our social networks!

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Source: 9to5mac.com, spaceexplored.com

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