Learning Structural Descriptions from Examples.

Abstract

The research described centers on how a machine can recognize concepts and learn concepts to be recognized. Explanations are found in computer programs that build and manipulate abstract descriptions of scenes such as those children construct from toy blocks. One program uses sample scenes to create models of simple configurations like the three-brick arch. Another uses the resulting models in making identifications. Throughout emphasis is given to the importance of using good descriptions when exploring how machines can come to perceive and understand the visual environment. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1970
Accession Number
AD0713988

Entities

People

  • Patrick Winston

Organizations

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Abstracts
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Environment
  • Identification
  • Learning

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

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  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Science.
  • Theoretical Analysis.