A method for detecting and eliminating feature interactions using a frame model

Abstract

The feature interaction problem in telecommunication software is a major issue in providing new services rapidly and reliably. This paper proposes a method for detecting and eliminating feature interaction using a frame model. In the model construction, each specification is mapped onto the frame and analyzed. A detection method is proposed for three types of interaction, exclusive, connective and recursive. Detected interaction is automatically eliminated in the design process. Using frames to express the organization and relationships of various items of knowledge, our method can detect and eliminate feature interaction according to the designer's requirements. It should be possible to add new specifications without consideration of the existing specifications or program organization.