Linear fitted-Q iteration with multiple reward functions

  • Authors:
  • Daniel J. Lizotte;Michael Bowling;Susan A. Murphy

  • Affiliations:
  • David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada;Department of Computing Science, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada;Department of Statistics, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

  • Venue:
  • The Journal of Machine Learning Research
  • Year:
  • 2012

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Abstract

We present a general and detailed development of an algorithm for finite-horizon fitted-Q iteration with an arbitrary number of reward signals and linear value function approximation using an arbitrary number of state features. This includes a detailed treatment of the 3-reward function case using triangulation primitives from computational geometry and a method for identifying globally dominated actions. We also present an example of how our methods can be used to construct a realworld decision aid by considering symptom reduction, weight gain, and quality of life in sequential treatments for schizophrenia. Finally, we discuss future directions in which to take this work that will further enable our methods to make a positive impact on the field of evidence-based clinical decision support.