Universal Reasoning, Rational Argumentation and Human-Machine Interaction
This foundational work aims to enhance human-machine interaction through rigorous argumentation, but it is incremental as it builds on existing logic frameworks without introducing a new paradigm.
The paper tackles the problem of formalizing rational arguments in machines by proposing a universal logic reasoning framework based on classical higher-order logic, which enables shallow embedding of various logics and supports deep logical analysis.
Classical higher-order logic, when utilized as a meta-logic in which various other (classical and non-classical) logics can be shallowly embedded, is well suited for realising a universal logic reasoning approach. Universal logic reasoning in turn, as envisioned already by Leibniz, may support the rigorous formalisation and deep logical analysis of rational arguments within machines. A respective universal logic reasoning framework is described and a range of exemplary applications are discussed. In the future, universal logic reasoning in combination with appropriate, controlled forms of rational argumentation may serve as a communication layer between humans and intelligent machines.