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voice-command-security
The technical challenge of programming service robots to respond selectively to voice commands for security and control.
1 chapter across 1 book
Between the Strokes of Night (1985)Charles Sheffield
Chapter 29
In this chapter, Olivia Ferranti awakens from S-space, confirming her presence there, which prompts a discussion among the group about the nature of S-space, the Immortals' organization, and their own future options. They debate the reliability of Ferranti's account, the location of Immortal headquarters, and the implications of living in S-space, including the challenges of returning to planetary surfaces. The group members reveal their personal desires and priorities regarding travel, exploration, and connection to their origins, highlighting differing perspectives on their new reality.