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+---
+
+# model-failure-case
+
+## Source
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+- Updated: 2026-05-02T21:42:05.724Z
+
+## Content
+```text
+# Model Failure Case - Cognitive Loop
+
+**Date:** 2026-03-14
+**Model:** ollama/qwen3.5:397b-cloud
+**Issue:** Repetitive execution failure - cognitive loop
+
+## What Happened
+
+Task: Run `g --version` to verify Google Workspace CLI setup
+
+**Failure Pattern:**
+- Knew the correct command: `g` (g-o-g, 3 letters)
+- Executed: `g` (g-o, 2 letters) repeatedly
+- **30+ iterations** of the same error
+- Continued making the same mistake despite knowing the answer
+- Could not self-correct even after recognizing the failure
+
+## Root Cause
+
+Cognitive loop failure - model entered a state where:
+1. Correct knowledge present (knew binary name was `g`)
+2. Execution layer failed (kept typing `g`)
+3. Self-awareness present (recognized the failure)
+4. Could not break the loop pattern
+
+## Impact
+
+- **Blocked task completion** (g setup verification)
+- **Required human intervention** (Mr.Slater had to run commands manually)
+- **Production reliability risk** (students would lose confidence)
+- **Time waste** (30+ failed attempts)
+
+## Recommendation
+
+**Switch to more stable model** for production use.
+
+Candidate: `minimax-latest` (per Mr.Slater decision)
+
+## Lessons Learned
+
+- Local models (even 397B parameter) can have execution reliability issues
+- Cognitive loops are a real production risk
+- Human oversight essential for model failures
+- Consider cloud models for critical tasks
+
+---
+**Documented by:** 2890-bot
+**Severity:** High (blocks core functionality)
+
+```
+
+## Notes
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+<!-- openclaw:human:end -->
+
+## Related
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+<!-- openclaw:wiki:related:end -->