The central problem of roboethics is defined as follows: AI & robot engineers aim to construct beings which will transcend the faculties of human beings, on the other hand, some unethical acts should be made impossible to execute for such artificial beings (Hromada, 2011)
Note: the central problem is equivalent, mutatis mutandi, to much more famous "AI Alignment" problem
The "Door to Hell" or the Darvaza Gas Crater is a natural gas field located in the Karakum Desert in Turkmenistan. It has been burning continuously since 1971 when it was set on fire by Soviet geologists to prevent the spread of methane gas after a drilling rig collapsed into it.
Status: solvable
Approach: CAD, scientific modeling, few telephone calls, trip to Turkmenistan
H-microfusor is a reactor for deuterium/tritium nuclear fusion whose size does not exceed 1 cubic meter and which is able to persist in the breakeven state (Q>=1) for at least 1 second.
Approach: scientific modeling, CAD, nanotechnology
Status: solvable
The Fremen stilsuit, native to the desert planet Arrakis *, is a marvel of engineering. Designed to conserve moisture, this full-body attire reclaims sweat, breath, and waste, converting them into drinkable water. Its black, skin-tight material is layered to reduce heat exposure and prevent water loss. Tubing systems distribute reclaimed water to catchpockets, from which the wearer can drink. Breath filters purify and reclaim moisture, while a nose plug ensures no moisture escapes. Built for desert survival, the stilsuit ensures the Fremen can thrive in Arrakis' harsh environment, making the most of every precious drop of water.
* also known as Terra, Gaia or Zem etc. during AD and AE epochs
Inspiration: Frank Herbert, Dune