Author: Robert Trappl
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814555096
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1740
Book Description
The 210 articles which are divided into 18 sections in this new reference work represent the most recent findings in cybernetics and systems research. It brings together contributions from leading scientists from all over the world — Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. This volume therefore gives a broad spectrum of the ongoing research worldwide.Topics covered in the 18 sections are: General Systems Methodology; Mathematical Systems Theory; Computer Aided Process Interpretation; Fuzzy Sets, Approximate Reasoning and Knowledge-based Systems; Designing and Systems; Biocybernetics and Mathematical Biology; Cybernetics in Medicine; Cybernetics of Socioeconomic Systems; Systems, Management and Organization; Cybernetics of National Development; Communication and Computers; Connectionism and Cognitive Processing; Intelligent Autonomous Systems; Artificial Intelligence; Impacts of Artificial Intelligence.
Cybernetics And Systems Research '92 - Proceedings Of The 11th European Meeting On Cybernetics And Systems Research (In 2 Volumes)
Author: Robert Trappl
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814555096
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1740
Book Description
The 210 articles which are divided into 18 sections in this new reference work represent the most recent findings in cybernetics and systems research. It brings together contributions from leading scientists from all over the world — Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. This volume therefore gives a broad spectrum of the ongoing research worldwide.Topics covered in the 18 sections are: General Systems Methodology; Mathematical Systems Theory; Computer Aided Process Interpretation; Fuzzy Sets, Approximate Reasoning and Knowledge-based Systems; Designing and Systems; Biocybernetics and Mathematical Biology; Cybernetics in Medicine; Cybernetics of Socioeconomic Systems; Systems, Management and Organization; Cybernetics of National Development; Communication and Computers; Connectionism and Cognitive Processing; Intelligent Autonomous Systems; Artificial Intelligence; Impacts of Artificial Intelligence.
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814555096
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1740
Book Description
The 210 articles which are divided into 18 sections in this new reference work represent the most recent findings in cybernetics and systems research. It brings together contributions from leading scientists from all over the world — Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. This volume therefore gives a broad spectrum of the ongoing research worldwide.Topics covered in the 18 sections are: General Systems Methodology; Mathematical Systems Theory; Computer Aided Process Interpretation; Fuzzy Sets, Approximate Reasoning and Knowledge-based Systems; Designing and Systems; Biocybernetics and Mathematical Biology; Cybernetics in Medicine; Cybernetics of Socioeconomic Systems; Systems, Management and Organization; Cybernetics of National Development; Communication and Computers; Connectionism and Cognitive Processing; Intelligent Autonomous Systems; Artificial Intelligence; Impacts of Artificial Intelligence.
Developments in Language Theory II
Author: Jurgen Dassow
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814531154
Category : Formal languages
Languages : en
Pages : 503
Book Description
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814531154
Category : Formal languages
Languages : en
Pages : 503
Book Description
Fuzzy and Multiobjective Games for Conflict Resolution
Author: Ichiro Nishizaki
Publisher: Physica
ISBN: 3790818305
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Decision makers in managerial and public organizations often encounter de cision problems under conflict or competition, because they select strategies independently or by mutual agreement and therefore their payoffs are then affected by the strategies of the other decision makers. Their interests do not always coincide and are at times even completely opposed. Competition or partial cooperation among decision makers should be considered as an essen tial part of the problem when we deal with the decision making problems in organizations which consist of decision makers with conflicting interests. Game theory has been dealing with such problems and its techniques have been used as powerful analytical tools in the resolution process of the decision problems. The publication of the great work by J. von Neumann and O. Morgen stern in 1944 attracted attention of many people and laid the foundation of game theory. We can see remarkable advances in the field of game theory for analysis of economic situations and a number of books in the field have been published in recent years. The aim of game theory is to specify the behavior of each player so as to optimize the interests of the player. It then recommends a set of solutions as strategies so that the actions chosen by each decision maker (player) lead to an outcome most profitable for himself or her self.
Publisher: Physica
ISBN: 3790818305
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Decision makers in managerial and public organizations often encounter de cision problems under conflict or competition, because they select strategies independently or by mutual agreement and therefore their payoffs are then affected by the strategies of the other decision makers. Their interests do not always coincide and are at times even completely opposed. Competition or partial cooperation among decision makers should be considered as an essen tial part of the problem when we deal with the decision making problems in organizations which consist of decision makers with conflicting interests. Game theory has been dealing with such problems and its techniques have been used as powerful analytical tools in the resolution process of the decision problems. The publication of the great work by J. von Neumann and O. Morgen stern in 1944 attracted attention of many people and laid the foundation of game theory. We can see remarkable advances in the field of game theory for analysis of economic situations and a number of books in the field have been published in recent years. The aim of game theory is to specify the behavior of each player so as to optimize the interests of the player. It then recommends a set of solutions as strategies so that the actions chosen by each decision maker (player) lead to an outcome most profitable for himself or her self.
Imagination and Rigor
Author: Settimo Termini
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9788847003200
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
The aim of this volume of scientific essays is twofold. On the one hand, by remembering the scientific figure of Eduardo R. Caianiello, it aims at focusing on his outstanding contributions – from theoretical physics to cybernetics – which after so many years still represent occasion of innovative paths to be fruitfully followed. It must be stressed the contribution that his interdisciplinary methodology can still be of great help in affording and solving present day complex problems. On the other hand, it aims at pinpointing with the help of the scientists contributing to the volume – some crucial problems in present day research in the fields of interest of Eduardo Caianiello and which are still among the main lines of investigation of some of the Institutes founded by Eduardo (Istituto di Cibernetica del CNR, IIAS, etc).
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9788847003200
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
The aim of this volume of scientific essays is twofold. On the one hand, by remembering the scientific figure of Eduardo R. Caianiello, it aims at focusing on his outstanding contributions – from theoretical physics to cybernetics – which after so many years still represent occasion of innovative paths to be fruitfully followed. It must be stressed the contribution that his interdisciplinary methodology can still be of great help in affording and solving present day complex problems. On the other hand, it aims at pinpointing with the help of the scientists contributing to the volume – some crucial problems in present day research in the fields of interest of Eduardo Caianiello and which are still among the main lines of investigation of some of the Institutes founded by Eduardo (Istituto di Cibernetica del CNR, IIAS, etc).
Optimal Control of the Growth of Wealth of Nations
Author: E.N. Chukwu
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 9780415269667
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Students and researchers in applied mathematics and applied economics can use this introductory-level graduate text. It looks at the current problems of the development of the global economy by studying the dynamics of key economic variables, such as gross national product, interest rates, employment, value of capital stock, prices (inflation) and balance of payments. Validation of the model is attempted using the economic time series of several countries. The constructed models explain the macroeconomic data of nations as dynamic games of pursuit, which are equivalent to "control" problems and are used to study mathematical optimal control of the growth of the wealth of nations. This invaluable reference for graduates and researchers compares the extent of government intervention in the economy with private firms to ensure the controllability of the economy.
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 9780415269667
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Students and researchers in applied mathematics and applied economics can use this introductory-level graduate text. It looks at the current problems of the development of the global economy by studying the dynamics of key economic variables, such as gross national product, interest rates, employment, value of capital stock, prices (inflation) and balance of payments. Validation of the model is attempted using the economic time series of several countries. The constructed models explain the macroeconomic data of nations as dynamic games of pursuit, which are equivalent to "control" problems and are used to study mathematical optimal control of the growth of the wealth of nations. This invaluable reference for graduates and researchers compares the extent of government intervention in the economy with private firms to ensure the controllability of the economy.
Medical Informatics Europe '96
Author: Jytte Brender
Publisher: IOS Press
ISBN: 9789051992786
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 1268
Book Description
MIE 96 is the main medical informatics and telematics event in 1996. MIE 96 is the place where users meet industry, where decision makers are presented with the available informatics and telematics solutions to major challenges in modern medicine and its delivery. An awareness is raising within the healthcare sector of the huge potential in applying IT-based solutions as means for quality assurance and cost-containment.
Publisher: IOS Press
ISBN: 9789051992786
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 1268
Book Description
MIE 96 is the main medical informatics and telematics event in 1996. MIE 96 is the place where users meet industry, where decision makers are presented with the available informatics and telematics solutions to major challenges in modern medicine and its delivery. An awareness is raising within the healthcare sector of the huge potential in applying IT-based solutions as means for quality assurance and cost-containment.
Human Behaviour in Design
Author: Udo Lindemann
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3662078112
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Human Behaviour in Design addresses important aspects of creative engineering design. The main topics are the interaction between two complementary modalities - "image" and "concept", internal and external components of design thinking, and design strategies - both for individual designers and design teams. The goal is to improve and evaluate tools and methods that support design. Although this book is the outcome of an international workshop held in March 2003, it is more than just a collection of its contributions. The papers are arranged into three main topics: Individual Thinking and Acting; Interaction Between Individuals; Methods, Tools and Prerequisites. There are summaries of the discussions of the respective topics written by the chairpersons, conclusions, and an outlook to future issues in design research.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3662078112
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Human Behaviour in Design addresses important aspects of creative engineering design. The main topics are the interaction between two complementary modalities - "image" and "concept", internal and external components of design thinking, and design strategies - both for individual designers and design teams. The goal is to improve and evaluate tools and methods that support design. Although this book is the outcome of an international workshop held in March 2003, it is more than just a collection of its contributions. The papers are arranged into three main topics: Individual Thinking and Acting; Interaction Between Individuals; Methods, Tools and Prerequisites. There are summaries of the discussions of the respective topics written by the chairpersons, conclusions, and an outlook to future issues in design research.
The Physical Nature of Consciousness
Author: Philip R. Van Loocke
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
ISBN: 9789027251497
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
The Physical Nature of Consciousness contains twelve chapters that discuss recent and new perspectives on the relation between modern physics and consciousness. Stuart Hameroff opens with an extended and updated exposition of the Penrose/Hameroff Orch-OR model, and subsequently addresses recent criticisms of quantum approaches to the brain. Evan Walker presents his view on consciousness from the perspective of a new approach to the integration of quantum theory and relativity. Friedrich Beck elaborates on the Beck/Eccles quantum approach to consciousness. Karl Pribram puts the holographic view on consciousness in perspective of his life long work. Peter Marcer and Edgar Mitchell explain the relevance of quantum holography for consciousness. Gordon Globus discusses the relation between postmodern philosophical theories and quantum consciousness. Chris Clarke develops a theory in terms of a specific type of formal logic to reconcile the phenomenology of consciousness with the physical world. Ilya Prigogine summarizes his view on complexity, and on the future of quantum theory, which goes beyond the present formalism, and goes on to comment on the problem of consciousness. Matti Pitkanen identifies the place for consciousness in a unifying topological geometro-dynamics theory. Colin McGinn argues against classical materialism. Dick Bierman gives an overview of anomalous phenomena. He identifies a decline effect, and discusses different possible interpretations. Philip Van Loocke closes the volume with a discussion on how deep teleology in cellular systems may relate to consciousness. (Series A)
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
ISBN: 9789027251497
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
The Physical Nature of Consciousness contains twelve chapters that discuss recent and new perspectives on the relation between modern physics and consciousness. Stuart Hameroff opens with an extended and updated exposition of the Penrose/Hameroff Orch-OR model, and subsequently addresses recent criticisms of quantum approaches to the brain. Evan Walker presents his view on consciousness from the perspective of a new approach to the integration of quantum theory and relativity. Friedrich Beck elaborates on the Beck/Eccles quantum approach to consciousness. Karl Pribram puts the holographic view on consciousness in perspective of his life long work. Peter Marcer and Edgar Mitchell explain the relevance of quantum holography for consciousness. Gordon Globus discusses the relation between postmodern philosophical theories and quantum consciousness. Chris Clarke develops a theory in terms of a specific type of formal logic to reconcile the phenomenology of consciousness with the physical world. Ilya Prigogine summarizes his view on complexity, and on the future of quantum theory, which goes beyond the present formalism, and goes on to comment on the problem of consciousness. Matti Pitkanen identifies the place for consciousness in a unifying topological geometro-dynamics theory. Colin McGinn argues against classical materialism. Dick Bierman gives an overview of anomalous phenomena. He identifies a decline effect, and discusses different possible interpretations. Philip Van Loocke closes the volume with a discussion on how deep teleology in cellular systems may relate to consciousness. (Series A)
Vision: The Approach Of Biophysics And Neuroscience - Proceedings Of The International School Of Biophysics
Author: C Musio
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814490857
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 510
Book Description
The light sense is conceivably the key sense in both the animal and the plant kingdom. Vision research, undoubtedly a fast-growing field, is providing impressive results — thanks to modern theoretical and methodological advances. The approach of biophysics and neuroscience seems to be of great benefit and, for this reason, the present book gives an outline of recent acquisitions and updated advanced methods concerning this approach. Visual mechanisms and processes are analysed at several (molecular, cellular, integrative, computational and cognitive) levels by different methodologies (from molecular biology to computation) applied to different living models (from protists to humans, via invertebrates and lower vertebrates).
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814490857
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 510
Book Description
The light sense is conceivably the key sense in both the animal and the plant kingdom. Vision research, undoubtedly a fast-growing field, is providing impressive results — thanks to modern theoretical and methodological advances. The approach of biophysics and neuroscience seems to be of great benefit and, for this reason, the present book gives an outline of recent acquisitions and updated advanced methods concerning this approach. Visual mechanisms and processes are analysed at several (molecular, cellular, integrative, computational and cognitive) levels by different methodologies (from molecular biology to computation) applied to different living models (from protists to humans, via invertebrates and lower vertebrates).
AI and Cognitive Science ’92
Author: Kevin Ryan
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1447132076
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
The annual Irish Conferences on Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science have become the major forum in Ireland for the discussion of various aspects of artificial intelligence. Their aim is to provide a forum where researchers can present their current work, and where industrial and commercial users can relate this work to their own practical needs and experiences. Although the emphasis of the conferences is on Irish research, there are also important contributions from Europe, Australia, Canada, and the USA. This volume is based on the proceedings of the Fifth Irish Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science (AICS'92), which was held at the University of Limerick, Ireland, from 10-11 September 1992. The conference was divided into 6 sessions, covering knowledge representation, cognitive foundations, natural language 1 and 2, learning and expert systems, and nov§ el aspects of artificial intelligence and cognitive science. Because of the high number of papers submitted to the conference, a poster session was run in addition to the plenary sessions. Each paper presented at the poster session is represented in this volume by a four page abstract. Among the specific topics covered in this volume are: a model-based theory of conceptual combination; the nature and development of reasoning strategies; word recognition as a parsing problem; a knowledge-based autonomous vehicle system for emergency management support; the construction and use of scope neutral discourse entities; computer-based iconic communication; and exceptions in multiple inheritance systems. AI and Cognitive Science '92 provides a comprehensive record of current research into this important field. It will be of interest to researchers, lecturers and postgraduate students in a variety of disciplines related to artificial intelligence and cognitive science.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1447132076
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
The annual Irish Conferences on Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science have become the major forum in Ireland for the discussion of various aspects of artificial intelligence. Their aim is to provide a forum where researchers can present their current work, and where industrial and commercial users can relate this work to their own practical needs and experiences. Although the emphasis of the conferences is on Irish research, there are also important contributions from Europe, Australia, Canada, and the USA. This volume is based on the proceedings of the Fifth Irish Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science (AICS'92), which was held at the University of Limerick, Ireland, from 10-11 September 1992. The conference was divided into 6 sessions, covering knowledge representation, cognitive foundations, natural language 1 and 2, learning and expert systems, and nov§ el aspects of artificial intelligence and cognitive science. Because of the high number of papers submitted to the conference, a poster session was run in addition to the plenary sessions. Each paper presented at the poster session is represented in this volume by a four page abstract. Among the specific topics covered in this volume are: a model-based theory of conceptual combination; the nature and development of reasoning strategies; word recognition as a parsing problem; a knowledge-based autonomous vehicle system for emergency management support; the construction and use of scope neutral discourse entities; computer-based iconic communication; and exceptions in multiple inheritance systems. AI and Cognitive Science '92 provides a comprehensive record of current research into this important field. It will be of interest to researchers, lecturers and postgraduate students in a variety of disciplines related to artificial intelligence and cognitive science.