The Imitation, Surpassing, and Challenge of Artificial Perception to Natural Perception
Perception, as the most fundamental process in cognition, serves as the foundation for human understanding and cognition of the external world and the self. In recent years, emerging artificial perception technologies have surpassed human sensory limitations, expanding human cognition of the world and the self. This transition from natural perception to artificial perception poses new challenges to human cognition. Artificial perception technology not only mimics human sensory capabilities but also transcends traditional modes of perception, possessing distinct characteristics from natural senses. By integrating artificial technology with human brain interaction, artificial perception creates a novel form of human perception. However, a unilateral enhancement of human perception through artificial means may not necessarily achieve cognitive enhancement; instead, it may disrupt and interfere with innate human natural perception and existing logical reasoning.
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