An expert system based equipment diagnostics to

Abstract

This paper discusses the development of computerised maintenance software using Top-Down system design concept. The software was developed using objectoriented Visual Basic and Microsoft Access Software programming tools. The software package allows for the storage, processing, updating and retrieving of equipment maintenance data from a database file and generates reports for quick troubleshooting, control and management. The system is capable of improving and enlarging its knowledge base by daily routine learning exercises when in operation. The system should increase equipment availability and reduce maintenance time.

Keywords: expert system, diagnosis, equipment maintenance

Journal of Applied Science, Engineering and Technology Vol. 5(1&2) 2005: 63-70