Automated & Emerging Technologies

Part of an expert system which informs the user of the reasoning behind its conclusions and recommendations:

Able to operate independently without any human input:

A flying robot that can be autonomous or operated using remote control

A sub-set of AI in which algorithms are trained and learn from past experiences and examples:

A _________ uses the knowledge base to obtain results

A powerful computer system programmed to monitor and control a complex process without the need for human interaction.

Two types of AI systems:

A microprocessor that is in control of a process:

A software robot that roams the internet scanning websites and categorizing them; often used by search engines:

A form of AI that has been developed to mimic a human's knowledge and expertise:

Which is NOT a component of an expert system?

A ________ is a set of inference rules.

The process of observing the physical characteristics of a plant to assess its health and growth:

A pop-up robot on a website that appears to enter into a meaningful conversation with a web user:

The use of sensors, actuators and microprocessors to ensure that a vehicle keeps a safe distance behind another vehicle.

An output device that converts electrical energy into mechanical movement:

A contraction of light detection and ranging; the use of lasers to build up a 3D image of the surroundings:

Combo of software & hardware designed and programmed to work automatically without the need for any human intervention.

What is the branch of science that encompasses the design, construction, and operation of robots?

A collection of rules and data that gives a computer system the ability to reason, learn, and adapt to external stimuli:

A kind of search engine used in an expert system which examines the knowledge base for information that matches queries

A mechanical device that can carry out tasks normally done by humans: