<p>Well, the thing i was wondering is this: the project I have is very far off in terms of applicability. I mean, I am attempting to create hardcore AI - in a minature form, and the results i desire aren't garunteed. So this whole project I am doing is a gamble and what motivates me is that it is my dream to have this work. Would this kinda project even be considered research? Also, if I could get more opinions on the course I am taking for this project(read the description of it posted above) and if need be, I can post a more cohesive version.</p>