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Retrieval of Information
In order for parties to make good decisions they should have access to a set of important information. Using a Case-based Reasoning (CBR) approach, the system is able to generate information about: - BATNA Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement; - WATNA Worst Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement; - MLATNA Most Likely Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement; - Similar cases Past cases that are similar to the current one and may be of interest; - ZOPA Zone of Potential Agreement;
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Generation of Solutions
Sometimes, case-based approaches can have drawbacks, mainly when there is a poor database. In that sense, we developed a module based on a Genetic Algorithm (GA) to generate solutions for the resolution of the conflict. Under this approach, each solution is seen as an individual of the population, which is evolved through the successive application of three genetic operators: Crossover, Heredity, and Mutation. These operators enable the natural emergence of species: lines of evolution that generate solutions that are better for a given party. This is denoted by the colors of the individuals. During the negotiation the solutions generated can then be proposed to the parties according to the changes in the context of interaction (e.g. levels of stress, personal conflict style).
This work is included in TIARAC - Telematics and Artificial Intelligence in Alternative Conflict Resolution PTDC/JUR/71354/2006, a research project supported by FCT. The work of Davide Carneiro is also supported by a doctoral grant (SFRH/BD/64890/2009).