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A Profile Of Research In Expert Systems, Mohammed H. Omar, Jack S. Goodwin Jan 1989

A Profile Of Research In Expert Systems, Mohammed H. Omar, Jack S. Goodwin

Robins School of Business White Paper Series, 1980-2022

If the field of Expert Systems (ES) is viewed in terms of a life cycle, the past decade represents the growth phase of its development. Sophistication of ES has increased rapidly, and the use of ES to solve more complex problems has maintained a similar pace. Numerous forces have driven this development including the rapid changes in computer technology. As the field has matured, the body of published research in ES has grown substantially.

Through the use of published ES research, this article provides useful answers to these questions. The scope of our study is limited to the description and …


Fiber Optics Technology: A Promise For Productivity Enhancement, Mohammed H. Omar Jan 1989

Fiber Optics Technology: A Promise For Productivity Enhancement, Mohammed H. Omar

Robins School of Business White Paper Series, 1980-2022

The evolution of fiber optics during the past thirty years has led to dramatic developments in the fields of computer information systems, telecommunications, cable television, and military science. Today, fiber optical systems are widely accepted as a practical and cost efficient alternative to electrical communication systems.

This paper addresses: (1) the basic architecture of fiber optical systems; (2) the evolution of fiber optical systems; (3) the advantages and limitations of fiber optical systems in comparison to traditional communication systems; (4) the application of fiber optical systems; and (5) the anticipated future developments of fiber optical systems.