ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE- JNTUK- R19- UNIT5- Expert Systems And Applications
5. EXPERT SYSTEMS AND APPLICATIONS INTRODUCTION: Expert systems (ES) are one of the prominent research domains of AI. It is introduced by the researchers at Stanford University, Computer Science Department. Definition : “The expert systems are the computer applications developed to solve complex problems in a particular domain, at the level of extra-ordinary human intelligence and expertise.” Characteristics : 1. Expertise : An ES should exhibit expert performance, have high level of skill, and possess adequate robustness. The high-level expertise and skill of an ES aids in problem solving & makes the system cost effective. 2. Symbolic Reasoning : Knowledge in an ES is represented symbolically which can be easily reformulated & reasoned. 3. Self Knowledge : A system should be able to explain & examine its own reasoning. ...