Artificial Intelligence in Mechanical Technology a Leverage for Sustainable Development in the Prevailing Economic Uncertainty in Nigeria
Abstract
The study examined Artificial Intelligence in Mechanical Technology as Leverage for Sustainable Development in the Prevailing Economic Uncertainty in Nigeria. In this study, we explore the integration of AI into mechanical technology to solve critical problems in industrial processes, including resource optimization, efficiency, and cost reduction. There is enormous potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in fast tracking mechanical technology to propel sustainable development in Nigeria’s situation of economic volatility. The power of AI driven innovations such as predictive maintenance, automated manufacturing and intelligent design systems can support productivity and sustainability in Agriculture, Transportation and Energy among the various sectors. AI applications help save operational costs, and minimize resource wastage, which contributes to the economic stability as well as to environmental conservation. The study also calls out barriers as lack of proper infrastructure, lack of technical expertise and regulatory challenges that hinder the use of AI in Nigeria. The focus of recommendations is targeted investment in AI education, policy frameworks to attract private sector participation, and strategic partnerships to foster technology transfer.
Keywords
Economic Uncertaintymechanical technologyartificial intelligencesustainable development
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