HyperCAKE : A Knowledge Acquisition Tool for Hypermedia-Based Expert Systems

Abstract

We describe the architecture of the multi-user knowledge acquisition tool HyperCake which is designed to support the development of hypermedia-based expert systems. HyperCAKE contains a multimedia database system for the management of the knowledge base, mechanisms for the management of the hypertext, a consistency checker (based on graph grammars), modules which support the KADS methodology, and tools for the development of application-specific shells. Further, we describe three knowledge level shells which are developed with HyperCAKE. One supports the development of expert systems for technical diagnosis. The second is a knowledge based geographical information system for data analysis. The last realiyes an intelligent development plan.