ACT-R

ACT-R (Adaptive Control of Thought—Rational) is a cognitive architecture that models how the human mind processes information. It combines different mental functions like memory, reasoning, and problem-solving into a unified framework, simulating how we learn, recall, and use knowledge. ACT-R works by breaking down tasks into smaller components that mimic brain activities, allowing researchers to understand and predict human behavior in tasks like language, decision-making, or perception. Essentially, it serves as a detailed blueprint of mental processes, helping us study and replicate human cognition in computing systems.