fuzzy logic

Definitions

A form of many-valued logic in which the truth values of variables may be any real number between 0 and 1, representing degrees of truth rather than binary true or false.

A mathematical approach to computing based on 'degrees of truth' rather than the usual 'true or false' (1 or 0) Boolean logic on which the modern computer is based.

Examples

The thermostat uses fuzzy logic to adjust the room temperature based on subtle changes in the environment.

Engineers implemented fuzzy logic in the braking system to allow for more nuanced control during slippery road conditions.

Synonyms

probabilistic logic multivalued logic approximate reasoning vague logic soft computing

Antonyms

binary logic Boolean logic crisp logic exact logic deterministic logic