Systems analysis considerations in artificial intelligence/expert systems technology applications
The concept of artificial intelligence (AI) represents a challenging opportunity in expanding the potential benefits from computer systems. The potential of this concept lies in facilitating the development of intelligent computer systems to help analysts and decision-makers in problem solving in the same way that machines support the laborer. Because the knowledge of human experts is an essential input to many parts of chemical process planning, development, and operation, there are numerous opportunities for the applications of expert systems (a product from AI) in chemical engineering. Intelligent computer systems could be developed by chemical engineers to increase the contribution of computer technology to the advancement of the profession, particularly in the strategic management of the scientific and technological aspects of chemical engineering applications. This paper introduces systems analysis as a framework for the planning and development of intelligent computer systems in those areas where chemical engineering could play a significant role. 11 refs., 9 figs.
- Research Organization:
- Oak Ridge National Lab., TN (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC05-84OR21400
- OSTI ID:
- 5626194
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-890814-6; ON: DE89016847
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: American Institute of Chemical Engineer's summer national meeting, Philadelphia, PA, USA, 20-23 Aug 1989; Other Information: Portions of this document are illegible in microfiche products
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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