Q.1
14 Marks(a)
Define soft computing and its objectives.
(b)
Compare soft computing with hard computing.
(c)
Explain the application of soft computing techniques to pattern recognition
Gujarat Technological UniversitySummer 2026 examination
GTU 3160619 Soft Computing Techniques Summer 2026 Question Paper & PDF
B.E. · Civil Engineering · Semester 6 · Subject code 3160619
- Total
- 70 marks
- To pass
- 23 marks (33%)
- Duration
- 2.5 Hours 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
- Questions
- 5 with internal choice
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Q.2
14 Marks(a)
Enumerate the difference between centroid method and center of largest area method.
(b)
Write a short note on fuzzy propositions.
(c)
Explain various methods of defuzzification process.
OR
(c)
Discuss about the four modes of fuzzy reasoning.
Q.3
14 Marks(a)
Explain any three types of membership functions used in fuzzification process.
(b)
Differentiate between Mamdani FIS and Sugeno FIS.
(c)
Discuss the main components of an evolutionary algorithm.
OR
(a)
Differentiate between phenotype and genotype.
(b)
Mention the properties for matrix relations that define fuzzy equivalence relation.
(c)
With a suitable application case study, explain a fuzzy logic controller.
Q.4
14 Marks(a)
Discuss about the learning process in Boltzmann machine.
(b)
Differentiate between Roulette wheel selection and tournament selection.
(c)
Explain the training algorithm used in Adaline network.
OR
(a)
Sketch the model of artificial neuron.
(b)
Implement Optimization of Traveling Salesman Problem using Genetic algorithm approach.
(c)
Explain the single perceptron with its learning algorithm and its seperability and convergence property.
Q.5
14 Marks(a)
State the techniques for proper choice of learning rate.
(b)
Explain Why the McCulloch Pitts neuron is widely used in logic functions.
(c)
Describe the steps involved to solve any one of the optimization problems using Hopfield neural network.
OR
(a)
Distinguish between recurrent and non-recurrent networks.
(b)
Write the benefits of integrating GAs with neural networks.
(c)
Explain how a GA could evolve the membership functions of a fuzzy controller.
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