Abstract
Knowledge-based systems are a special class of computer programs that purport to perform, or to assist humans in performing, specified intellectual tasks. This paper describes how knowledge-based programs are special; that is, how they differ from other computer programs. A structure for understanding the use of knowledge-based programs in engineering design is presented, together with an example. The role of knowledge-based systems in design research is discussed.

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