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Window diagnostician: a knowledge based system for diagnosing problems with windows

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  1. National Research Council of Canada. NRC Institute for Research in Construction
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Conference3rd International Congress on Building Energy Management, September 28, 1987, Lausanne, Switzerland
SubjectMoisture performance; windows; expert systems; high technology; failure (deficiency); defects; surface condensation; WINDEKS; window diagnostic expert knowledge system; KBS development; moisture related problems; rule editing; knowledge base maintenance; building problems diagnosis
Abstract
A knowledge based system (KBS) was developed to diagnose problems with windows in buildings and suggest solutions to these problems. This system is based on a shell developed at IRC, and contains a knowledge base polled from three experts. The rule base contains about 200 rules mostly for diagnosing moisture related problems. The shell supports rule editing and knowledge base maintenance. This system is designed to support consultants in their diagnosis of building problems. The KBS is described, its development outlined, and conclusions are drawn as to the advantages and pitfalls of KBS development for diagnosing building problems.
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  • Proceedings of the 3rd International Congress on Building Energy Management: 28 September 1987, Lausanne, Switzerland Ventilation, Air Movement and Air Quality: Field Measurement and Energy Auditing 3 (1987): 356–363.
LanguageEnglish
Peer reviewedYes
IdentifierIRC-P-1522
NRC numberNRCC 28787
NRC-IRC-3803
NPARC number20375868
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