Control automation engineering, as I understand it, involves the control of machinery using electronics or electricity. Taking it a step further, when computers begin to control those electronics and electrical systems, we start to glimpse the ultimate boundary of control automation—or so I’ve thought.
Science is advancing at an astonishing speed, and no one knows where it will end. The revolutionary knowledge of today may become trivial tomorrow or may even be discarded altogether. In this context, I often find myself imagining the end of science, despite knowing that setting boundaries in science is, by definition, contradictory.
Merging Machines, Electronics, and Computers
The union of machines and electronics is remarkable, and their fusion with computers is even more astounding. Although current examples like AI-powered robots, maze-solving mice, or robotic soccer are fascinating, the scale of what I dream to put into words is far beyond such applications.
One phrase I once heard struck me deeply:
"The Earth is a farm."
I’m not interested in debating the accuracy of this statement, but it intrigued me enough to spur my imagination. The idea left me with a sense of both wonder and, oddly, resentment. Are we merely part of some grand scenario we cannot comprehend? Are the intricate cycles, random mutations, and improbable events in our world all preordained in some unimaginable system?
A Personal Hypothesis: The World as a Scenario
I propose a hypothesis—not a claim of absolute truth, but an imaginative conjecture:
This world operates as part of a highly sophisticated scenario, beyond the comprehension of humans. What we call infinity (∞) is merely routine for beings in a dimension far greater than ours. To them, concepts like ∞ are simple, everyday tools, and their children’s casual games might include creating intricate systems like our world.
The Creation of Our World
Imagine a child in this higher dimension designing an ant colony as a game, then abandoning it out of boredom. That colony, once set in motion, becomes autonomous. Could our universe be one such scenario—a leftover experiment? It’s a speculative and audacious idea, but one that provokes thought.
A Vision of Creating My Own Scenario
I dream of creating a scenario of my own. While it might seem like a dangerous idea, it is also an inspiring challenge. My vision involves bringing together experts across all fields—science, humanities, sociology, economics, medicine, and engineering—to integrate their collective knowledge into a unified program.
The Program: Evolution Simulated
Biological Algorithms:
Encode genetic information into algorithms that can autonomously create biological forms and characteristics. These algorithms would include mechanisms for mutations, at a probability of one in tens of millions.Starting with Simplicity:
Begin with unicellular organisms and allow them to evolve through the simulated environment, eventually leading to complex life forms, societal groups, and intelligent beings.Learning and Independence:
Once the algorithm reaches the stage where the beings can learn and adapt autonomously, my role as the creator diminishes. The program would self-sustain, creating its own history, culture, and advancements.Interactions:
Some beings might attempt to communicate with me, or even worship me as a deity. However, I would remain uninterested in such trivialities, observing only their collective evolution.
The Challenge and Value
The idea may seem absurd, but is it not worth attempting? Imagine the scientific breakthroughs that could emerge from such an endeavor—an unparalleled understanding of evolution, society, and intelligence.
In truth, such a scenario might already be unfolding. Somewhere in this vast universe, perhaps we are part of an experiment in progress, much like the one I imagine. What we do not know far outweighs what we do, and that makes the pursuit of knowledge endlessly fascinating.
Final Thoughts
What I propose is not just a thought experiment but a speculative challenge to humanity’s imagination and technological capability. While the practicalities may seem out of reach, dreaming of such possibilities pushes the boundaries of what we consider achievable. Perhaps, in the distant future, humanity will embrace such bold projects—not merely as science fiction, but as science itself. After all, the unknown is infinite, and so is our potential to explore it.