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Tuning Numeric Parameters To Troubleshoot A Telephone-Network Loop, Christopher J. Merz, M. J. Pazzani, A. P. Danyluk

Computer Science Faculty Research & Creative Works

The Nynex Max expert system analyzes the result of an automated electric test on a telephone line and determines the type of problem. However, tuning the system's parameter values can be difficult. The Opti-Max system can automatically set these parameters by analyzing decisions made by experts who troubleshoot problems