Adam Taylor

A deductive reasoning agent is one that contains an explicitily represented, symbolic model of the world. It then makes decisions via symbolic reasoning.

An agent is a computer system that is capable of independent action on behalf its user/owner (figuring out what to be done to satisfy design objectives, not constantly being told). The main idea behind agents is the idea that they are autonomous: they are able act independently, exhibiting control over their internal state. Definition An [...]

Following on from our introduction to agents it’s important to understand the architecture of agents. Abstract Architecture Environment We assume the environment may be in any of a finate set of discrete, instantaneous states, defined as: E = {e,e,,…}. Actions Agents are assumed to have a repertoire of possible actions: Ac = {α,α,,…}. Run A [...]