title: Knowledge-based design of artificial worlds.
abstract: We review the concepts of knowledge representation and modelling and simulation methodology which facilitate computer exploration of alternative artificial worlds, such as self-sufficient human habitats. An object-oriented computer environment which supports such simulation studies is briefly described. A simplified example of an artificial world model is given to demonstrate the power of the approach.
authors.affiliation: Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Arizona, Tucson 85721.
authors.forename: B P
authors.initials: BP
authors.lastname: Zeigler
mesh_terms: D001185:Artificial Intelligence; D005075:Biological Evolution; D003198:Computer Simulation; D018504:Ecological Systems, Closed; D004463:Ecology; D008021:Life Support Systems