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This paper explores the requirement for database techniques in the construction of Knowledge Based Systems. Three knowledge-based systems are reviewed: XCON/R1, ISIS and Callisto in order to ascertain database requirements. These requirements result in the introduction of the Organization Level and extension to the Symbol and Knowledge Levels introduced by Newell. An implementation of these requirements is explored in the SRL knowledge representation and problem-solving system.
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Fox, M.S., McDermott, J. (1986). The Role of Databases in Knowledge-Based Systems. In: Brodie, M.L., Mylopoulos, J. (eds) On Knowledge Base Management Systems. Topics in Information Systems. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4612-4980-1_32
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