State-Space Search

State-Space Search
Author: Weixiong Zhang
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 215
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1461215382

This book is particularly concerned with heuristic state-space search for combinatorial optimization. Its two central themes are the average-case complexity of state-space search algorithms and the applications of the results notably to branch-and-bound techniques. Primarily written for researchers in computer science, the author presupposes a basic familiarity with complexity theory, and it is assumed that the reader is familiar with the basic concepts of random variables and recursive functions. Two successful applications are presented in depth: one is a set of state-space transformation methods which can be used to find approximate solutions quickly, and the second is forward estimation for constructing more informative evaluation functions.

State Space Search

State Space Search
Author: Fouad Sabry
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
Total Pages: 111
Release: 2023-06-28
Genre: Computers
ISBN:

What Is State Space Search State space search is a technique that is employed in the field of computer science, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), in which consecutive configurations or states of an instance are explored, with the objective of finding a goal state with the desired feature. The term "state space search" comes from the phrase "state space," which refers to the space in which the process takes place. How You Will Benefit (I) Insights, and validations about the following topics: Chapter 1: State Space Search Chapter 2: Brute-Force Search Chapter 3: Heuristic in Computer Science Chapter 4: Local Search Optimization Chapter 5: Game Tree Chapter 6: Constraint Satisfaction Problem Chapter 7: Adversarial Search Chapter 8: Markov Decision Process Chapter 9: Reinforcement Learning Chapter 10: Combinatorial search (II) Answering the public top questions about state space search. (III) Real world examples for the usage of state space search in many fields. (IV) 17 appendices to explain, briefly, 266 emerging technologies in each industry to have 360-degree full understanding of state space search' technologies. Who This Book Is For Professionals, undergraduate and graduate students, enthusiasts, hobbyists, and those who want to go beyond basic knowledge or information for any kind of state space search.

Heuristic Search

Heuristic Search
Author: Stefan Edelkamp
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 865
Release: 2011-05-31
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0080919731

Search has been vital to artificial intelligence from the very beginning as a core technique in problem solving. The authors present a thorough overview of heuristic search with a balance of discussion between theoretical analysis and efficient implementation and application to real-world problems. Current developments in search such as pattern databases and search with efficient use of external memory and parallel processing units on main boards and graphics cards are detailed. Heuristic search as a problem solving tool is demonstrated in applications for puzzle solving, game playing, constraint satisfaction and machine learning. While no previous familiarity with heuristic search is necessary the reader should have a basic knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and calculus. Real-world case studies and chapter ending exercises help to create a full and realized picture of how search fits into the world of artificial intelligence and the one around us. - Provides real-world success stories and case studies for heuristic search algorithms - Includes many AI developments not yet covered in textbooks such as pattern databases, symbolic search, and parallel processing units

State Space Grids

State Space Grids
Author: Tom Hollenstein
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 135
Release: 2012-10-28
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1461450071

Human development from birth through adulthood is a complex interplay of many interacting forces. Children’s internal processes are manifest in behaviors that are sculpted by their experiences, most notably with primary caregivers. Because the discipline of psychology explores human behavior and cognition, the techniques employed for developmental analysis must be able to describe, depict, and quantify these complex processes. State Space Grids provides the framework, basic method, rationale, and advanced techniques for translating the behavior of children, adolescents, and parents into visible, traceable data. This seminar-between-covers takes readers step by step from conceptualization through implementation of projects, with examples from a range of current research within and outside child development. Links are included for the GridWare software program and related user resources. And although state space grids need not be used only to analyze dynamic systems, they serve as an excellent tool for honing systemic thinking. Key coverage in this volume includes: Dynamic systems and the origins of state space grids. The state of research using state space grids. Introducing GridWare and how it works. How to use state space grids, from idea through finished project. Within-grid and between-grid analysis. Conducting advanced analysis. State Space Grids is an essential reference for researchers across such disciplines as psychology, neuroscience, economics, computer science, and agricultural science.

Artificial Intelligence Through Search

Artificial Intelligence Through Search
Author: Christopher James Thornton
Publisher: Intellect (UK)
Total Pages: 388
Release: 1992
Genre: Computers
ISBN:

This is an important textbook on artificial intelligence that uses the unifying thread of search to bring together most of the major techniques used in symbolic artificial intelligence. The authors, aware of the pitfalls of being too general or too academic, have taken a practical approach in that they include program code to illustrate their ideas. Furthermore, code is offered in both POP-11 and Prolog, thereby giving a dual perspective, highlighting the merits of these languages. Each chapter covers one technique and divides up into three sections: a section which introduces the technique (and its usual applications) andsuggests how it can be understood as a variant/generalisation of search; a section which developed a `low'-level (POP-11) implementation; a section which develops a high-level (Prolog) implementation of the technique. The authors also include useful notes on alternative treatments to the material, further reading and exercises. As a practical book it will be welcomed by a wide audience including, those already experienced in AI, students with some background in programming who are taking an introductory course in AI, and lecturers looking for a precise, professional and practical text book to use in their AI courses.

Artificial Intelligence Through Search

Artificial Intelligence Through Search
Author: Chris Thornton
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 371
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9401128367

This is an important textbook on artificial intelligence that uses the unifying thread of search to bring together most of the major techniques used in symbolic artificial intelligence. The authors, aware of the pitfalls of being too general or too academic, have taken a practical approach in that they include program code to illustrate their ideas. Furthermore, code is offered in both POP-11 and Prolog, thereby giving a dual perspective, highlighting the merits of these languages. Each chapter covers one technique and divides up into three sections: a section which introduces the technique (and its usual applications) andsuggests how it can be understood as a variant/generalisation of search; a section which developed a `low'-level (POP-11) implementation; a section which develops a high-level (Prolog) implementation of the technique. The authors also include useful notes on alternative treatments to the material, further reading and exercises. As a practical book it will be welcomed by a wide audience including, those already experienced in AI, students with some background in programming who are taking an introductory course in AI, and lecturers looking for a precise, professional and practical text book to use in their AI courses. About the authors: Dr Christopher Thornton has a BA in Economics, an Sc in Computer Science and a DPhil in Artificial Intelligence. Formerly a lecturer in the Department of AI at the University of Edinburgh, he is now a lecturer in AI in the School of Cognitive and Computing Sciences at the University of Sussex. Professor Benedict du Boulay has a BSc in Physics and a PhD in Artificial Intelligence. Previously a lecturer in the Department of Computing Science at the University of Aberdeen he is currently Professor of Artificial Intelligence, also in the School of Cognitive and Computing Sciences, University of Sussex.

The Handbook of Artificial Intelligence

The Handbook of Artificial Intelligence
Author: Avron Barr
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2014-05-12
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1483214370

The Handbook of Artificial Intelligence, Volume I focuses on the progress in artificial intelligence (AI) and its increasing applications, including parsing, grammars, and search methods. The book first elaborates on AI, AI handbook and literature, problem representation, search methods, and sample search programs. The text then ponders on representation of knowledge, including survey of representation techniques and representation schemes. The manuscript explores understanding natural languages, as well as machine translation, grammars, parsing, test generation, and natural language processing systems. The book also takes a look at understanding spoken language, including systems architecture and the ARPA SUR projects. The text is a valuable source of information for computer science experts and researchers interested in pursuing further research in artificial intelligence.

Springer Handbook of Automation

Springer Handbook of Automation
Author: Shimon Y. Nof
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 1841
Release: 2009-07-16
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 354078831X

This handbook incorporates new developments in automation. It also presents a widespread and well-structured conglomeration of new emerging application areas, such as medical systems and health, transportation, security and maintenance, service, construction and retail as well as production or logistics. The handbook is not only an ideal resource for automation experts but also for people new to this expanding field.

General Problem Solver

General Problem Solver
Author: Fouad Sabry
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
Total Pages: 183
Release: 2023-07-06
Genre: Computers
ISBN:

What Is General Problem Solver GPS, which stands for "General Problem Solver," is a computer program that was developed in 1957 by Herbert A. Simon, J. C. Shaw, and Allen Newell with the intention of functioning as a universal problem solver machine. Analyzing the relationship between means and ends is central to the operation of the GPS, in contrast to the Logic Theorist endeavor. How You Will Benefit (I) Insights, and validations about the following topics: Chapter 1: General Problem Solver Chapter 2: First-order logic Chapter 3: A* search algorithm Chapter 4: Soar (cognitive architecture) Chapter 5: Heuristic Chapter 6: Combinatorial explosion Chapter 7: Logic Theorist Chapter 8: Iterative deepening A* Chapter 9: Means-ends analysis Chapter 10: State space search (II) Answering the public top questions about general problem solver. (III) Real world examples for the usage of general problem solver in many fields. Who This Book Is For Professionals, undergraduate and graduate students, enthusiasts, hobbyists, and those who want to go beyond basic knowledge or information for any kind of general problem solver. What is Artificial Intelligence Series The artificial intelligence book series provides comprehensive coverage in over 200 topics. Each ebook covers a specific Artificial Intelligence topic in depth, written by experts in the field. The series aims to give readers a thorough understanding of the concepts, techniques, history and applications of artificial intelligence. Topics covered include machine learning, deep learning, neural networks, computer vision, natural language processing, robotics, ethics and more. The ebooks are written for professionals, students, and anyone interested in learning about the latest developments in this rapidly advancing field. The artificial intelligence book series provides an in-depth yet accessible exploration, from the fundamental concepts to the state-of-the-art research. With over 200 volumes, readers gain a thorough grounding in all aspects of Artificial Intelligence. The ebooks are designed to build knowledge systematically, with later volumes building on the foundations laid by earlier ones. This comprehensive series is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to develop expertise in artificial intelligence.