Genius of the Rules-Style System

Chapter 231: Chapter 182: Professional Comedian?_4

Feng Mingyu broached a critical question, "Fuzzy mathematics, with the word ’fuzzy’, implies that the results might not always be accurate, whereas computers require precision. Wouldn’t a system built on fuzzy algorithms produce many errors?"

Zhao Yi, who didn’t know Feng Mingyu, conceded that it was a good question. He nodded, "Yes, the probability of errors is indeed high, but we must acknowledge that the human brain is also prone to making mistakes."

"For instance, when identifying a tree seedling, many people may misidentify its species, which is very normal."

"Presently, using traditional algorithms, it is almost impossible to distinguish such details. This is where fuzzy algorithms come into play. They provide a solution that closely relates to human judgment. Our goal is to reduce computational load and at the same time minimize the chance of errors."

"In fact, every program has errors; the essential attribute of fuzzy algorithms is their low computational load. In object recognition, using fuzzy algorithms requires significantly fewer computations than using a vast amount of images as references, even to a degree of tens or hundreds of times less."

The audience nodded in agreement.

Indeed.

Human judgments are often erroneous, as are meticulous programs. It’s only natural for fuzzy algorithms to have errors. What’s crucial is the reduced computational load, which means less demanding on hardware and therefore much easier to popularize.

Without sitting down, Feng Mingyu continued, "But in the case of identifying static images, is there much difference between fuzzy algorithms and ordinary ones?"

"Good question!"

Zhao Yi was surprised by Feng Mingyu’s insight. His discussion had only been about the algorithm and had not touched on image transmission issues, so others would assume he was referring to ’static images,’ or ordinary pictures.

This was primarily because mentioning ’dynamic image recognition’ would sound like advertising for his research.

Zhao Yi felt that it wasn’t appropriate to advertise at an academic conference.

Is this professor trying to pave the way for me to advertise?

"Could it be that Qian Zhijin arranged this?" Zhao Yi glanced at Qian Zhijin suspiciously, believing that given his character, he was certainly capable of organizing such a thing.

Well, whatever.

Never mind that now!

With a slight smile, Zhao Yi responded, "Yes, with the support of more conditions in dynamic image recognition, fuzzy algorithms are indeed more effective, swifter, and significantly less computationally intensive in object recognition, even up to several hundred or thousand times, possibly even more."

A smug expression appeared on Feng Mingyu’s face; he felt like he had hit the nail on the head.

So much the better if the other party admits it!

He instantly continued his line of questioning, "From what I understand, the technology for dynamic image recognition is just starting to develop. Talking about algorithms for dynamic image recognition now, isn’t that a bit premature?"

Another implied meaning was, "Regardless of how good your research is, it would be valueless if it cannot be applied practically."

Exactly.

With the rapid development of computer technology, what’s important is not the basic theory, but the practical application.

This differs from mathematics and physics.

The pivotal elements in mathematics and physics are theories, for applications lag far behind theories. A new theory might represent a vast and unexplored future.

Computer science is different.

The thriving development of computer science is not supported by theories, but by practical capital and applications. Tech companies would only back technologies that can be applied. Theoretical items that don’t get financial support often manifest easily, with the rapid development of hardware technology.

In short.

What Feng Mingyu was expressing was, "No matter how grandiose your speech is, it’s nothing more than a mirage - it can only be seen and understood."

Instead, Zhao Yi laughed.

Now, he was pretty sure that the person in front of him was a ’plant’ invited by Qian Zhijin, an exceptional and professional stage whisperer. How else would he always touch on such crucial points?

This is ’forcing him to advertise’.

I have no choice but to do it!

Zhao Yi paused for a moment before eventually speaking, his tone filled with helplessness, "I have mastered the technology of dynamic image analysis and have created a robot capable of object recognition." ƒгeewёbnovel.com

In the audience, Qian Zhijin from the Yanhua University team suddenly stood up, proclaiming loudly, "That’s correct, our Laboratory of Intelligence and Automation has collaborated with Zhao Yi in creating a robot capable of dynamic object recognition. Besides, the robot has an extraordinary navigation function and can shop in a supermarket just like a human."

"We have scheduled our first tech demo for the 10th of next month. Those interested are welcome to watch it at Yanhua University."

Zhao Yi stood on the stage, his mouth agape, his expression conveying, ’I have nothing to do with this.’ He severely despised Qian Zhijin’s integrity.

This is an academic conference!

It was bad enough that Qian Zhijin invited a ’stage whisperer’, but making a public advertisement was crossing a line! There were absolutely no boundaries!