Abstract. We describe two methods on the basis of which efficient resolution decision procedures can be developed for a range of description logics. The first method uses an orderi...
We consider the problem of automated index selection for embedded control programs (ECPs). Such systems have the property that the transaction types, which can consist of queries ...
Abstract. Given several Dempster-Shafer belief functions, the framework of valuation networks describes an efficient method for computing the marginal of the combined belief functi...
Abstract. This paper discusses the relationship between incidence calculus and the ATMS. It shows that managing labels for statements in an ATMS is similar to producing the inciden...
A technique for transformation of definite logic programs is presented. A first phase performs an analysis of the extended call/exit patterns of the source program. It is shown tha...