AI Research Challenges and Developments
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Which of the following challenges does AI face, potentially contributing to an 'AI winter'?

  • Difficulty in explaining the decision-making process of complex AI models. (correct)
  • Lack of publicly available resources for AI development.
  • Inability to process information from different sources efficiently.
  • Limited access to real-world data for training.
  • The 'Microworlds approach' in early AI research largely involved:

  • Creating complex simulations of real-world scenarios for AI training.
  • Focusing on AI systems capable of performing tasks beyond a specific domain.
  • Simplifying tasks and environments to allow AI systems to learn effectively. (correct)
  • Developing AI systems that could operate in uncontrolled environments.
  • What was a key limitation of early 'Expert Systems'?

  • Their inability to handle situations with incomplete or ambiguous information. (correct)
  • Their reliance on human experts to define all rules and facts within the system.
  • Their limited processing power, restricting their ability to handle complex tasks.
  • Their inability to learn from new data and adapt their knowledge base.
  • Which of the following AI breakthroughs occurred in the early years of AI research (1956-1974) ?

    <p>Development of the General Problem Solver (GPS) for solving problems step-by-step. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major development in AI during the period between 1993 and today?

    <p>The shift from rule-based systems to systems that use statistical modeling. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The development of 'Expert Systems' marked a shift from:

    <p>Logic-based approaches to knowledge-based approaches. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes 'Expert Systems' different from early AI research focused on 'symbolic reasoning'?

    <p>Expert Systems utilized domain-specific knowledge, while symbolic reasoning focused on general problem-solving. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a reason why an 'AI winter' is considered less likely today compared to the past?

    <p>The increased funding for fundamental research in AI. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about cognitive science is NOT TRUE?

    <p>Cognitive science is solely focused on studying the brain's physical structure and biological mechanisms. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following senses is NOT considered one of the five classical senses?

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    In terms of AI development, which of the following is NOT a key parallel between neuroscience and AI?

    <p>AI's reinforcement learning models are based on the human understanding of the cerebellum's function. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key cognitive process that cognitive science studies?

    <p>Intelligence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following brain structures is directly involved in the coordination of fine motor actions?

    <p>Cerebellum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the brain regulate sensory processing?

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    Which of the following best describes the key difference between neuroscience and cognitive science?

    <p>Neuroscience focuses on biological mechanisms, while cognitive science examines mental functions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following cognitive processes is LEAST likely to be directly affected by neural plasticity?

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    What is the main challenge that AI faces in replicating human intelligence, according to the text?

    <p>The immense number of neurons required to achieve comparable complexity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key differentiator between human intelligence and AI, according to the text?

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    What is a potential downside of the "technological singularity" mentioned in the text?

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    What is the primary obstacle to the realization of "exponential growth" in AI, according to the text?

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    Which of the following is NOT an application of Natural Language Processing (NLP)?

    <p>Image recognition. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of Natural Language Processing (NLP)?

    <p>Image Generation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key function of NLP in the context of AI applications?

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    What is the key focus of "Computer Vision" within the field of AI?

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    Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies a supervised learning machine learning task in the context of medical diagnosis?

    <p>A machine learning model predicts the likelihood of a patient developing a specific disease based on their genetic information and lifestyle factors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best illustrates the concept of "experience (E)" as defined by Tom Mitchell's description of machine learning?

    <p>The data that a machine learning model uses to learn and improve its performance over time. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of machine learning is primarily focused on identifying hidden patterns and relationships within data without the need for predetermined labels?

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    Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies a real-world application of reinforcement learning?

    <p>A robot learning to navigate a complex environment through trial and error, receiving rewards for successful actions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of a supervised learning task?

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    Which type of machine learning is characterized by an agent learning through interactions with an environment and receiving feedback in the form of rewards or penalties?

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    Which of the following best describes the challenge of "dimensionality reduction" in machine learning?

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    Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of "market segmentation" as a real-world application of unsupervised learning?

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    Which of the following factors contributed significantly to the rise of data-driven AI in recent years?

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    What distinguishes AlphaGo from Deep Blue in terms of learning?

    <p>AlphaGo used reinforcement learning, enabling it to improve through self-play, while Deep Blue followed pre-programmed rules. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did AlphaZero's achievement demonstrate a significant advancement in AI?

    <p>AlphaZero showed that AI could surpass human-designed strategies in complex games without human input. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the intelligent agents paradigm in AI?

    <p>Intelligent agents focus on mimicking human intelligence as a primary goal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term "expert systems" refer to in the context of AI?

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    Which of the following applications best exemplifies the use of AI in the medical field?

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    How do AI systems like GPT-4 and BERT contribute to natural language processing?

    <p>They enable machines to understand and generate human language, facilitating communication and interaction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following options is NOT a key breakthrough in AI that emerged between 2012 and the present?

    <p>The rise of expert systems that could simulate human expertise in specialized fields (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios BEST exemplifies the use of AI for personalized shopping experiences, as described in the provided text?

    <p>A customer receives a personalized email with coupon codes for products similar to those they have previously bought, based on their purchase history. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement BEST describes the use of AI in supply chain optimization, as discussed in the text?

    <p>AI helps predict demand for products based on historical sales data and current market trends, enabling efficient inventory management. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, which of the following is NOT a potential challenge associated with the adoption of AI in retail and industrial operations?

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    Which of the following BEST exemplifies the use of AI in customer service as described in the text?

    <p>A customer using an online chat service receives immediate assistance from a chatbot that answers basic questions and provides product information. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using AI in industrial operations as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Enhanced safety in industrial environments by using AI to monitor and control potentially hazardous machinery. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    AI Winter

    A period of reduced funding and interest in AI research due to unmet expectations.

    Data privacy concerns

    Issues regarding the protection of personal information in AI systems.

    Computational limitations

    Restrictions on processing power and memory affecting AI performance.

    Lack of explainability

    Difficulty in understanding how deep learning models make decisions.

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    Symbolic reasoning

    An early AI approach representing intelligence through logic and rules.

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    Expert Systems

    AI programs that simulate the knowledge of human experts in specific fields.

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    DENDRAL

    An expert system used to identify chemical compounds.

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    IBM's Deep Blue

    The first AI to defeat a world chess champion, Garry Kasparov, in 1997.

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    Intelligent Agents

    AI systems designed for perception, learning, and decision-making.

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    Data-Driven AI

    AI that learns from big data instead of predefined rules.

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    Deep Learning

    AI method using neural networks for tasks like image and speech recognition.

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    AlphaGo

    AI that defeated a human champion in the game of Go using reinforcement learning.

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    Self-Play

    Method where AI learns by playing against itself, enhancing its strategies quickly.

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    Natural Language Processing (NLP)

    AI technology that enables machines to understand and generate human language.

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    Inference Engines

    Components of expert systems that draw conclusions from formalized knowledge.

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    Glial Cells

    Cells in the brain that support and protect neurons.

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    Sensory Processing

    The brain's ability to receive and interpret sensory inputs.

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    Cerebellum

    Part of the brain that coordinates fine motor actions.

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    Higher Cognitive Functions

    Mental processes like memory, attention, problem-solving, and language.

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    Cognition

    The mental process of acquiring knowledge and understanding.

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    Neuroscience

    The study of brain structures and biological mechanisms.

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    Cognitive Science

    The study of cognition, focusing on mental processes.

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    Neural Networks

    AI systems inspired by biological neurons and their connections.

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    Machine Learning Definition

    A computer program learns from experience, improving performance on tasks measured by a performance metric.

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    Types of Machine Learning

    Machine learning is categorized into three types: supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning.

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    Supervised Learning

    Learning with labeled data where each input is paired with a corresponding output label.

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    Applications of Supervised Learning

    Real-world applications include face recognition, email spam detection, and medical diagnosis.

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    Unsupervised Learning

    Learning from unlabeled data where the algorithm identifies patterns and groups data into clusters.

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    Applications of Unsupervised Learning

    Real-world applications include market segmentation and anomaly detection in cybersecurity.

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    Reinforcement Learning

    Learning through trial and error where an agent receives rewards or penalties based on actions taken.

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    Applications of Reinforcement Learning

    Real-world applications involve self-driving cars and automated stock trading that adapt based on rewards.

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    Computational Complexity

    The challenge of replicating human brain's 86 billion neurons in AI.

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    Common Sense Reasoning

    Ability to understand context and intuition, often lacking in AI.

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    Artificial Superintelligence (ASI)

    Hypothetical AI that exceeds human intelligence in all aspects.

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    Speech Recognition

    Converting spoken words into text, used in virtual assistants.

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    Machine Translation

    AI converts text between different languages.

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    Sentiment Analysis

    AI detects emotions in text, like reviews or social media posts.

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    Chatbots

    Automated systems that provide customer support through conversation.

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    Personalized Shopping Experience

    AI tailors product recommendations based on customer behavior and history.

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    Supply Chain Optimization

    AI predicts demand and manages inventory to minimize waste.

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    Dynamic Pricing

    AI adjusts product prices based on demand and competition.

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    AI-Powered Customer Service

    Chatbots provide 24/7 assistance to enhance customer support.

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    Fraud Detection

    AI analyzes purchase patterns to identify and prevent fraud.

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    Study Notes

    Historical Developments of Artificial Intelligence

    • Aristotle (384-322 BC) introduced syllogisms, a form of logical reasoning, for foundational modern logic and rule-based AI.
    • Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) designed a theoretical computing machine, emphasizing the need for advancements in computing for AI.
    • Thomas Hobbes (1588-1679) drew parallels between reasoning and computation, proposing human decision-making could be formalized mathematically.
    • René Descartes (1596-1650) suggested rationality could be represented mathematically, influencing AI's focus on decision-making models.
    • David Hume (1711-1776) studied logical induction and causation, fundamental principles of machine learning.
    • The Dartmouth Conference (1956) is considered the birth of AI as a research field, coining the term "Artificial Intelligence."
    • Alan Turing (1912-1954) developed the Turing Test to evaluate machine intelligence.
    • John McCarthy (1927-2011) coined "Artificial Intelligence" and developed Lisp, a key programming language for AI.
    • Marvin Minsky (1927-2016) co-founded MIT's AI laboratory and contributed to cognitive science and robotics.
    • ENIAC programmers (Kathleen McNulty and Betty Jean Jennings) were early female programmers, contributing to the first general-purpose computer.
    • Dartmouth College, MIT, IBM, and DARPA played significant roles in advancing AI research.
    • Decision theory uses probability and utility for decision-making in AI.

    AI Winters

    • "AI winter" refers to periods of reduced funding, research interest, and optimism in AI, analogous to "nuclear winter."
    • The first AI winter occurred between 1974 and 1980, triggered by initial AI excitement around machine translation and neural networks, but failed to deliver practical results, particularly in language translation.
    • The second happened between 1987 and 1993, caused by the collapse of the Lisp machine business, scalability issues with expert systems, and the failure of government-funded projects.
    • Factors contributing to AI winters include unrealistic expectations, funding cuts, better alternatives, and technical limitations.
    • Lessons learned from AI winters include setting realistic expectations, fostering incremental improvements, encouraging long-term funding, and considering ethical and regulatory aspects.
    • AI is now embedded in everyday technologies, making future AI winters less likely.

    Notable Advances in Artificial Intelligence

    • Early AI research focused on symbolic reasoning, representing human intelligence through logic and rule-based systems.
    • The General Problem Solver (GPS) aimed to solve problems sequentially but lacked real-world effectiveness.
    • Microworlds explored problem-solving in simplified environments.
    • Knowledge-based systems (1980-1987) shifted from logic to knowledge, recognizing common sense knowledge.
    • Expert systems used knowledge bases and inference engines for conclusions.
    • Deep learning (2012-present) leveraged neural networks for human-level performance in image recognition, speech processing, and autonomous decision-making.
    • Google's AlphaGo (2016) defeated a human Go champion, demonstrating AI capabilities.
    • AlphaZero (2018) learned chess, Go, and Shogi without human input, showcasing AI self-improvement.
    • The 1990s saw advances in game-playing AI, with IBM's Deep Blue defeating Garry Kasparov in chess.
    • Natural Language Processing (NLP) models like GPT-4 and BERT enable AI to understand and generate human language.

    Cognitive Science

    • Cognitive science studies mental processes like perception, memory, reasoning, and problem-solving.
    • It examines how individuals interact with their environment, their ability to learn, adapt, and solve problems.
    • Cognitive science considers language, memory, perception, emotion, reasoning, learning, and other mental functions.
    • Cognitive science unifies different disciplines, such as philosophy, psychology, neuroscience, and linguistics, to analyze mental functions.
    • Cognitive science provides frameworks to understand human thinking to create models for AI.
    • Critiques of cognitive science include its focus on logic over emotion and subjective experience, and its challenges in explaining consciousness.

    Neuroscience and AI

    • Neuroscience studies the biological mechanisms of the brain.
    • Cognitive science analyzes mental processes using methods like brain imaging and behavioral experiments.
    • AI replicates intelligence to create computational models of processes.
    • AI in neural networks is inspired by biological neurons, enabling pattern recognition, image processing, and decision-making.
    • Machine learning techniques, like deep learning, leverage neural networks to achieve human-level performance in areas like image recognition, speech processing, and autonomous decision-making.
    • Neuroscience inspires AI development by providing frameworks for learning, reasoning, and problem-solving, and understanding cognitive processes.
    • Current cognitive science struggles to explain subjective experience and often overemphasizes logic over emotions.

    Overview of Expert Systems

    • Expert systems aim to mimic human experts' problem-solving abilities.
    • Systems are based on formalized knowledge and use inference engines for conclusions.
    • They are applied in medicine, engineering, and finance.
    • Case-based systems use past problems to solve new ones, while rule-based systems use 'if-then' rules.
    • Expert systems use decision trees for choices.
    • Expert systems include a knowledge base, containing facts, rules, and heuristics.
    • Inference engines process the knowledge base for conclusions.
    • Expert systems often struggle with scalability and consistency as their knowledge bases grow.
    • The prominence of expert systems waned after the 1980s.
    • Increased research in machine learning and statistical AI models led to more flexible and faster-performing alternatives.

    Prolog

    • Prolog is a programming language designed for logic-based AI applications.
    • Prolog utilizes 'facts,' 'rules,' and 'queries' – creating logic-based structures and knowledge representation.
    • Knowledge representation and the use of 'facts' and 'rules' are key design characteristics of Prolog.
    • Prolog excels in handling symbolic processing, particularly in language comprehension, problem-solving, inference, and pattern matching.
    • Prolog's design principles make it well-suited for representing and processing symbolic knowledge.

    Natural Language Processing (NLP)

    • NLP enables computers to interpret and generate human language.
    • Components include speech recognition (converting speech to text), language understanding (extracting meaning from text), and language generation (creating human-like text).
    • Applications include virtual assistants, translation, sentiment analysis, and chatbots.
    • Challenges include ambiguity in words' meanings, understanding context and nuances, real-time processing, and high accuracy.

    Computer Vision

    • Computer vision enables AI to 'see' and interpret imagery.
    • Key stages involve image acquisition, feature extraction using edges, shapes, patterns, and colors.
    • Applications include object recognition, facial recognition, medical imaging, autonomous vehicles, and retail analytics.
    • Difficulties include variations in images (lighting, angle), bias in data sets, and the computational resources required for processing.

    Al in Mobility and Autonomous Vehicles

    • AI is revolutionizing mobility through self-driving cars, smart mobility, and intermodal transport networks.
    • AI optimizes car and ride-sharing platforms for efficiency and reduces traffic congestion, improves road safety, and develops personalized transport options.
    • AI can be implemented in autonomous vehicles through sensor fusion, computer vision, and deep learning, handling detection of obstacles and other actions.
    • The integration of different transport modes (buses, trains, bicycles, ride-sharing) with AI is improving efficiency and customer experience.
    • Challenges include liability concerns, ethical dilemmas, public acceptance, and data privacy issues in autonomous vehicles.
    • The use of cloud computing is enabling advanced features for autonomous vehicles.
    • Al cameras inside vehicles can detect factors like fatigue, distraction, and intoxication to keep drivers safe.

    Al in Healthcare

    • Personalized medicine using AI creates individual treatments based on patient data.
    • Early disease detection and prevention aids earlier interventions for better outcomes and reduced need for extensive care.
    • AI aids drug development and optimization, resulting in potentially faster development times.
    • Challenges include data privacy and security in patient medical records, bias in AI models, and liability concerns.

    Al in Finance and Banking

    • Al automates a wide range of financial processes including: Fraud detection, investment management, credit scoring, and cryptocurrency trading.
    • Robotic advisors make decisions based on market information.
    • Challenges include cybersecurity risks, algorithmic biases, and regulatory complexities.

    Al in Retail and Industry

    • Al personalizes shopping experiences by offering tailored recommendations and optimizing supply chains in real-time.
    • Al optimizes inventory management, order fulfillment, and manufacturing with robots.
    • Potential challenges in adoption include privacy concerns, issues of bias with algorithms, and implementation costs for the consumer.

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