ISSN:
1435-5663
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Computer Science
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Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgy, Traffic Engineering, Precision Mechanics
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Technology
Notes:
Abstract As we progress toward formalizing models for the knowledge used in the design process, we must also consider the structure of systems that can utilize and operate on the knowledge models. Engineering systems of the future will be comprised of many separate but integrated components. In the systems of the 1970s tightly coupled system integration was achieved through hand coding and through the introduction of data base management. In the next generation of systems it will not be possible to express easily the interaction between systems in the form of handwritten codes. A rule-based approach may be a better way to achieve loose coupling of complex systems. A prototype system for checking designed components for conformance with applicable standards is described in this paper. The integrated system consists of a code conformance checking package, a structural analysis package, an engineering data base management system, a production rule processing system, and an appropriate user interface. The system structure and the representation of the knowledge is emphasized.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01199070
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