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Challenges of Using Artificial Intelligence in Safety-Critical Systems

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed the world of technology, enabling systems to learn, adapt, and make decisions without explicit programming. From autonomous vehicles to medical diagnostics and flight control systems, AI promises unprecedented efficiency and capability. However, when it comes to safety-critical systems—where failure could result in injury, loss of life, or significant damage—the use of AI introduces profound challenges that go far beyond traditional software engineering. Unlike conventional software, which behaves predictably according to its programmed logic, AI is built on learning and training. Its decisions and outputs depend heavily on the data it has been trained on and the patterns it recognizes during runtime. This adaptive, data-driven behavior means that an AI system’s responses may vary with changing inputs or environments, often in ways that are not explicitly defined or foreseen by developers. While this flexibility is a strength in many applica...

Tips to Succeed in College

I joined College of Aeronautical Engineering, NUST, Pakistan in November 2001 to pursue Bachelor of Avionics Engineering degree, which i completed in October 2005 with a GPA of 3.42.  Now after many years when i reflect upon my experience in college, i can recall few strategies which helped me to make the best of my college time. Remember that college is the most important part of your academic career and your whole professional life ahead may be influenced by how you utilize your time in college. Although the guidelines specified below may seem very ideal, but trust me, adopting these practices will change your life and your professional career. Successful people have the habit of working hard consistently with determination and not just focus on performing well in one exam. Succeeding in college requires a mix of academic, personal, and professional strategies. Here are some detailed tips to help you excel in your college degree: