Artificial intelligence and the problem solving theory

Authors

  • João de Fernandes Teixeira Faculdade de Filosofia e Ciências - FFC - Campus de Marília
  • Maria Eunice Quilici Gonzales Faculdade de Filosofia e Ciências - FFC - Campus de Marília

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0101-31731983000100006

Keywords:

Artificial intelligence, philosophy of mind, problem-solving-methods, cognitive simulation

Abstract

This article is an attempt to outline the main characteristics of research on a new area of studies, the so-called Artificial Intelligence (AI). Items 1 and 2 sketch the historical background of AI and its basic pressuppositions. Item 3 focus on the problem-solving theory developed by A. Newell and H. Simon. Item 4 is an attempt to show the philosophical and epistemological relevance of Artificial Intelligence.

Published

1983-01-01 — Updated on 2023-02-19

Issue

Section

Articles and Comments

How to Cite

Artificial intelligence and the problem solving theory. (2023). Trans/Form/Ação, 6, 45-52. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0101-31731983000100006