Exhibit 2.2
1973The Lighthill Report
A report commissioned by the British government argues that AI research has failed to meet many of its goals. Funding is cut and the first AI winter begins in Britain.
Why it is in the museum
Progress was not continuous. Periods of great expectations were followed by technical limits, disappointment and cuts in funding.
What supports this exhibit
Government report
The critical assessment of British AI research that influenced funding decisions.
Main source: Lighthill, J. (1973), Artificial Intelligence: A General Survey, Science Research Council.
What to keep in mind: Primary institutional document.
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