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“The 'chess machine', by which admiring title he had been known, revealed the great drawback of a machine: it had not sufficient flexibility to adapt itself to altered circumstances.” quote by Max Euwe
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“The 'chess machine', by which admiring title he had been known, revealed the great drawback of a machine: it had not sufficient flexibility to adapt itself to altered circumstances.”

Max Euwe

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Source Book: Chess Theory, 1935

A machine lacking adaptability fails when conditions change, highlighting the need for flexibility.

In simple terms: Inflexible machines break under new conditions.

Key Takeaway

Design for adaptability.

Themes

technology flexibility design

Mood

analytical cautious

Type

technical educational

When to use this quote

  • software engineering
  • robotics
  • strategic planning

Key Concepts

systems theory automation resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we build adaptable AI?
  • What risks arise from rigid designs?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on fixed systems can limit innovation.

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