Neural network having expert system functionality

Details Neural network having expert system functionality Neural network having expert system functionality

1991-12-30

1995-03-14

Downs, Robert W.

395 76, G06F 1518

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053983009

ABSTRACT:
A method for performing a variety of expert system functions on any continuous-state feedforward neural network. These functions include decision-making, explanation, computation of confidence measures, and intelligent direction of information acquisition. Additionally, the method converts the knowledge implicit in such a network into a set of explicit if-then rules.

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