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An argumentation-based method for managing complex issues in design of infrastructural systems

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  • Marashi, Emad
  • Davis, John P.

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The many interacting and conflicting requirements of a wide range of stakeholders are the main sources of complexity in the infrastructure and utility systems. We propose a systemic methodology based on negotiation and argumentation to help in the resolution of complex issues and to facilitate options appraisal during design of such systems. A process-based approach is used to assemble and propagate the evidence on performance and reliability of the system and its components, providing a success measure for different scenarios or design alternatives. The reliability of information sources and experts opinions are dealt with through an extension of the mathematical theory of evidence. This framework helps not only in capturing the reasoning behind design decisions, but also enables the decision-makers to assess and compare the evidential support for each design option.

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  • Marashi, Emad & Davis, John P., 2006. "An argumentation-based method for managing complex issues in design of infrastructural systems," Reliability Engineering and System Safety, Elsevier, vol. 91(12), pages 1535-1545.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:reensy:v:91:y:2006:i:12:p:1535-1545
    DOI: 10.1016/j.ress.2006.01.013
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