Overview

Soft computing, as an engineering science, and statistics, as a classical branch of mathematics, emphasize different aspects of data analysis.
Soft computing focuses on obtaining working solutions quickly, accepting approximations and unconventional approaches. Its strength lies in its flexibility to create models that suit the needs arising in applications. In addition, it emphasizes the need for intuitive and interpretable models, which are tolerant to imprecision and uncertainty.
Statistics is more rigorous and focuses on establishing objective conclusions based on experimental data by analyzing the possible situations and their (relative) likelihood. It emphasizes the need for mathematical methods and tools to assess solutions and guarantee performance.
Combining the two fields enhances the robustness and generalizability of data analysis methods, while preserving the flexibility to solve real-world problems efficiently and intuitively.

ISBN-13

9783642443749

ISBN-10

3642443745

Weight

12.91 Pounds

Dimensions

6.10 x 0.88 x 9.25 In

List Price

$169.99

Edition

1st Edition

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

x, 378 pages

Publisher

Springer

Published On

2014-09-20



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