Half-Human, Half-Robot: a Cyborg

Have you ever encountered any unsettling creatures who were partly clad in metal and half human? It will be thrilling for some, frightening for others, and even more unattainable for the majority of people if we try to envision such a thing. However, such beings do exist. And it predates the 1990s by a very long margin; it is not a recent idea. And it's not a rare sight that should be celebrated. Instead, these organisms are now a regular part of human lives.

What exactly are Cyborgs?

Humans with both organic and biomechanical body components are referred to as cyborgs. It isn't necessarily the one from movies with the half-human, half-metal face. It's neither fully robotic nor fully bionic. Instead, it is a word used to describe people who have integrated technology, primarily AI or deep learning modules, into their bodies to enhance their strength and abilities. Wearable technology, artificial organs, and other similar instances are a few.

Why Cybernetics? 

Why do people choose such an intriguing integration, then? It seems that nobody voluntarily wants to integrate technology with their natural body. In addition to necessity, there may also be greed. People with specific requirements use technologically controlled artificial organs to give their bodies a sense of fulfillment. And other people seek out artificial models for their bodies to make them strong and intelligent because they want to be powerful. AI not only improves the functionality and durability of body parts but also adds intellect and logical reasoning to them.

Along with humans, other mammals also use cyborgs. A cyborg is any organism with a mechanical component integrated into its body that improves its biological efficacy.

Examples of Cyborgs also include those with artificial cardiac pacemakers that regulate blood pumping, measure voltage, send electrical impulses, and process messages. Researchers claim that people who interact with advanced technologies like smartphones and hearing aids are also cyborgs. Such integration has successfully found its use in Health Care, Biotechnology, Military, Sports, Body Modification, and Cognitive Sciences. 

People are curious about cyborgs. 

Neil Harbisson, of Dubai, is the first half-human robot. He has implanted an antenna in his skull. The purpose behind it was his color blindness, which fortunately was recovered by this antenna. By activating electric signals and conveying information to his brain, the antenna improved the function of his brain. It also gave him the capacity to detect ultraviolet and infrared light. Additionally, he can receive colors from all around the world with the aid of an internet connection. In 2004, he joined the Cyborgs foundation as a co-founder.

Future of Cybernetics:

According to additional research, the layers of steel and plastic that currently cover these humanoid machines will soon be replaced with skin tissues grown in lab conditions. Studies predict that shortly, even fully developed limbs will be created in laboratories and operated with devices implanted within them. The smooth functioning of limbs and skeleton can be made possible.

Conclusion:

With advancements, scientists are aiming for the success of the integration of cybernetics at an advanced level with humans. It is possible with the science and technology we have. 

But the question is- is it ethical? The fine line between machines and humans has visibly vanished. But is it all right to alter natural human biology under your conditions? Will the cybernetic world be the next future? 

Whatever the answers to these concerns are, the overall effects won't be favorable to humanity. It is said that "If you destroy nature, it will also destroy you". The same goes for experimenting with biology as well.