Component-oriented KBS

ABSTRACT

In this paper, we propose a modeling technique which permits to describe a KBS (Knowledge Based Systems) architecture according to two CBS (Components Based Systems) axis : the components architecture axis and the levels of granularity of components axis. The components architecture axis allows to see a KBS as a set of inter-related components for reuse purposes. The levels of granularity of components axis allows to describe the KBS components according to different levels of granularity for clarity and reuse purposes.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  D. Software
  D.3 PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
      D.3.3 Language Constructs and Features

General Terms:
Design, Languages

Keywords:
CBS, KBS, PSM (problem solving method), component, component reuse, connector, task