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The algebraic algorithm A * for the action planning problems

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Computer Aided Systems Theory — EUROCAST '91 (EUROCAST 1991)

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This paper proposes a new algebraic-and-heuristic search algorithm, called the algebraic algorithm A*. An algebraic analysis of the action planning problems is performed. A solution-preservation theorem is proved. Finally, it is shown that the algorithm is correct.

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Franz Pichler Roberto Moreno Díaz

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Sierocki, I. (1992). The algebraic algorithm A * for the action planning problems. In: Pichler, F., Díaz, R.M. (eds) Computer Aided Systems Theory — EUROCAST '91. EUROCAST 1991. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 585. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/BFb0021038

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