To save time and cost in assembly process and to improve the quality of products, it is very important to choose an optimal assembly sequence. In this paper, we propose a methodology that generates an optimal assembly sequence by using various methods and the knowledge of experts. To illustrate the effectiveness of the proposed methodology, a knowledge-based system is developed. The built syste...

This study investigates the relationship between achievement goals and the type of knowledge acquired during a University lecture course in Cognitive Psychology. Students’ achievement goals (mastery-approach, performance-approach, and performance-avoidance) were measured right before each of the 3 exams administered during the course. Each exam included items that assessed factual, conceptual, ...

A Knowledge-based System for Intelligent Support in Pharmacogenomics Evidence Assessment: Ontology-driven Evidence Representation, Retrieval, Classification and Interpretation

This paper describes how to carry out a feasibility study for a potential knowledge based system application. It discusses factors to be considered under three headings: the business case, the technical feasibility, and stakeholder issues. It concludes with a case study of a feasibility study for a KBS to guide surgeons in diagnosis and treatment of thyroid conditions. q 2004 Elsevier B.V. All ...

There is lack of empirical, broad-based research in the area of comparative, cross-cultural studies that focus on knowledge sharing. Using the knowledge-based view (KBV) as the theoretical foundation, the study investigates how organizational practices in two distinct national cultures support knowledge sharing activities and the associated supporting organizational practices that are widely tr...

In a series of papers and a monograph [33], we have described the conceptual structures as well as the basic architecture of a knowledge-based system CUN^tD. Its architecture is a imed at support ing not only diagnosis but also other types of clinical activity and decision making in diverse clinical and/or hospital environments. T h e aim of the generic architecture of CLINArD is to support kno...

Precision agriculture is a knowledge-based system that enables producers to apply precise amounts of fertilizers, pesticides, water, seeds, or other production inputs to specific areas where and when plants need them for optimal growth. It is a promising group of technologies that could theoretically increase crop productivity and profitability, reduce chemical use, and decrease environmental d...

This short paper discusses research within the “Intelligence Support to Commanders” project as part of the UK MoD Applied Research Programme. It presents preliminary results in exploring medium/long-term concepts for the application of knowledge systems technology for intelligence support activities. An initial ontology is briefly described for intelligence analysis and collection management. T...