5 Questions
Which of the following best defines an agent?
Something that perceives its environment through sensors and acts upon it through actuators
What are some examples of sensors for a human agent?
Eyes, ears, and other organs
What are some examples of actuators for a robotic agent?
Various motors
What kind of inputs does a software agent receive?
File contents, network packets, and human input
What is the environment in the context of designing an agent?
The part of the universe that affects what the agent perceives
Study Notes
Agents
- An agent is an entity that perceives its environment and takes actions to achieve a goal
Human Agent Sensors
- Eyes (visual sensor)
- Ears (auditory sensor)
- Nose (olfactory sensor)
- Tongue (taste sensor)
- Skin (tactile sensor)
Robotic Agent Actuators
- Wheels or legs (movement)
- Arms or grippers (manipulation)
- Speakers (sound production)
- Displays or screens (visual output)
Software Agent Inputs
- User inputs (e.g., keyboard, mouse, voice)
- Sensor data (e.g., temperature, location)
- Messages from other agents or systems
- Timer events (e.g., schedules, alarms)
Environment in Agent Design
- The external world that the agent interacts with and adapts to
- Includes other agents, physical environments, and virtual environments
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