[jyl]

If you ask it a common everyday question (how do I fix a dripping faucet, etc) it seems to repackage standard online advice.

If you ask it something about popular science, world events, etc, it comes up with a few of the main facts and most obvious issues, which are often the key points, so not bad at all.

If you ask it a question requiring more analysis (should the US provide Ukraine with F16s or with A10s, or another type of aircraft) it just recites a list of generic "factors to consider" without doing the analysis or reaching any conclusions.

If you ask it certain financial market questions (will higher JGB yields cause higher or lower US Treasury yields) it becomes fairly evident what it does and doesn't "know" about the relevant markets (AI has never heard of the carry trade).

If you ask it to solve a real world technical problem, it directs you to some general concepts or formulas but, at least for me, doesn't try to arrive at an answer.

So it seems like a combination of your sort-of-a-handyman neighbor, a friend who keeps up with the news, a junior management consultant, and a colleague who doesn't know what he doesn't know.

Pretty impressive all things considered.

Here's the technical problem it wouldn't answer:

"what is the static pressure in an air duct 10" x 10" with two 90 degree turns and a straight run 5 feet long
The static pressure in an air duct is affected by various factors, including the size and shape of the duct, the type and velocity of the air flowing through it, and any obstacles or restrictions in the duct. In order to accurately calculate the static pressure in an air duct with specific dimensions and features, it would be necessary to use a calculation method that takes these factors into account.

One method that can be used to calculate the static pressure in an air duct is the Darcy-Weisbach equation. This equation takes into account the friction loss due to the air flowing through the duct, as well as the duct size, shape, and roughness, and the velocity of the air.

To use the Darcy-Weisbach equation, you will need to know the following information:

The diameter and roughness of the duct
The length of the duct
The flow rate of the air (in cubic feet per minute)
The density of the air
The viscosity of the air
The friction factor for the duct (which can be obtained from a chart or calculated using the Moody diagram)
Once you have this information, you can use the Darcy-Weisbach equation to calculate the static pressure in the air duct.

It is worth noting that this is just one method that can be used to calculate the static pressure in an air duct, and other methods may also be suitable depending on the specific circumstances. If you are not familiar with these calculations, it is recommended to seek the assistance of a qualified professional."