Can autonomous systems be built w/ low cost, robust reactive networks?
Most (semi) autonomous systems operate for long periods of time, often in harsh environments.
- Saturn probes, automobiles, chemical plants, Antarctic habitats, assembly lines, power networks, computer networks, jetliners, submarines, ....
Anomalies build over time, combinatorial blowup
- 1 failure per year over a 7 year mission = n7 likely anomalies.
Reactive networks that precompile contingencies to likely anomalies become enormous!
Onboard deduction is required