Artificial Intelligence By Example

Agreeing on the format of the design matrix

The IT manager has been around AGV-AI for over 10 years and knows where all the existing data is stored. Pert explains that the design matrix is one of the best ways to start training a ML program. In this case:

• AGV number identifies the vehicle.
• Start indicates when the AGV left a location (Location column).
• End indicates when the AGV reached a pier (Pier column).
• Distance is expressed in the metric system. Pert explains that most space agencies around the world use the metric system.

The IT manager starts off by saying the following:

• The AGV number is not stored in the mainframe but the local system that manages the AGVs
• In the mainframe, there is a start time when an AGV picks up its load ...