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In several domains we have objects whose descriptions are accompanied by a degree expressing their strength. Such degrees can have various application specific semantics, such as relevance, precision, certainty, trust, etc. In this paper we consider Fuzzy RDF as the representation framework for such “weighted” descriptions and associations, and we propose a novel model for browsing and exploring such sources, which allows formulating complex queries gradually and through plain clicks. Specifically, and in order to exploit the fuzzy degrees, the model proposes interval-based transition markers. The advantage of the model is that it significantly increases the discrimination power of the interaction, without making it complex for the end user.
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Manolis, N., Tzitzikas, Y. (2011). Interactive Exploration of Fuzzy RDF Knowledge Bases. In: Antoniou, G., et al. The Semantic Web: Research and Applications. ESWC 2011. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 6643. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-21034-1_1
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