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Belief-scan fallacy finder computerized fallacy detection and diagnostic system
Assignee: Barracuda Networks Inc
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Filing: 1994-02-18
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Granted: 1996-04-02
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Expires: 2014-02-18
Abstract
Abstract A computerized system consisting of 10 interfacing modules is disclosed capable of detecting common thinking errors known as fallacies. An operator enters sentences referencing their own beliefs, or someone else's. Utilizing analysis options through which further modules are accessed, the system scans entry data searching for substrings associated with specific fallacies. Operators are frequently asked yes or no questions to check further for these fallacies. Counters in scanning routines limit program redundancy and records each of the scanning modules to keep track of detected fallacies so that results can be summarized and evaluated. Beeping twice when fallacies are detected the system presents on a monitor screen, or other output device, the names of fallacies committed, the sentences in which they have occurred, brief explanations, suggestions for avoiding these fallacies, and, if requested, definitions of them. In the system's summarizing and evaluating stage, it lists and classifies all fallacies detected; describes general problems and tendencies inherent in the proffered thinking; and issues cautions and recommendations.
Inventors
- 👤 Elliot D. Cohen
Bibliographic Details
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 19:28
CPC Classifications
G; G09; G09B; G09B7/00; G09B7/02; A; A61; A61B; A61B10/00; A63; A63F; A63F3/00; A63F3/04; A63F3/0421
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 15
Claim 1
Independent Claim
139 words
A fallacy diagnostic detection method for use in conjunction with a computer comprising: a display means; microprocessor means; and means for entering data; the method comprising the steps of: first storing information for a contingent battery of questions in a format selection area; second storing in a number selection area data corresponding to a quantity of statements to be analyzed based upon said information in a number selection area; third storing said number selection of user-determined statements to be analyzed in an entry data selection area; fourth storing a plurality of fallacy modules of said entry data selection area; fifth storing in an antecedent selection area identification memory for identifying a plurality of fallacies is said end data selection area; and sixth storing an identification fallacy corresponding to at least one said fallacy as supported by said identification memory.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
139 words
A fallacy diagnostic detection method for use in conjunction with a computer comprising: a display means; microprocessor means; and means for entering data; the method comprising the steps of: first storing information for a contingent battery of questions in a format selection area; second storing in a number selection area data corresponding to a quantity of statements to be analyzed based upon said information in a number selection area; third storing said number selection of user-determined statements to be analyzed in an entry data selection area; fourth storing a plurality of fallacy modules of said entry data selection area; fifth storing in an antecedent selection area identification memory for identifying a plurality of fallacies is said end data selection area; and sixth storing an identification fallacy corresponding to at least one said fallacy as supported by said identification memory.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein there is provided a further step of editing said entry selection area.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein there is provided a further step of fallacy defining an identification fallacy according to said step of sixth storing.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein there is provided a further step of identifying a fallacy in said entry, data selection area.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
16 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein said fallacy modules include at least one evaluative fallacy.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
16 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein said fallacy modules include at least one factual fallacy.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
16 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein said fallacy modules include at least one logical fallacy.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
16 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein said fallacy modules include at least one relevance fallacy.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
16 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein said fallacy modules include at least one meaning fallacy.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
22 words
The method according to claim 3 wherein there is provided a further step of summarizing recorded fallacies based upon said fallacy defining.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
23 words
The method according to claim 10 wherein there is provided a further step of diagnosing thinking problems and tendencies based upon said summarizing.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
21 words
The method according to claim 11 wherein there is provided a further step of recommending and cautioning based upon said diagnosing.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
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The method according to claim 1 wherein semantic content range of said statements to be analyzed includes all user determined selections according to said step of third storing.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
29 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein there is provided a further step of reviewing analysis of said statements to be analyzed according to said step of third storing.
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