The Bovine Mastitis Diagnostic Expert System

Authors

  • C. William Heald Department of Dairy and Animal Science, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802
  • Mike A. Foster Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence Applications, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802
  • Jae D. Lee Department of Dairy and Animal Science, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802
  • Dale A. Moore Department of Veterinary Science, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802
  • William M. Sischo Department of Veterinary Science, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802

Keywords:

mastitis knowledge database, literature, knowledge base, laboratory culture, bulk milk, control schemes

Abstract

A hypertext system was used to develop a computerized mastitis knowledge database to describe and identify herd mastitis problems. Information from popular national mastitis literature, scientific publications and scientific experts were used to construct the knowledge base. More than 100 screens of graphics and text provide systematic information retrieval on specific subjects. The system integrates DHIA data, laboratory culture results, management and health practices to evaluate herd mastitis status. The system is organized for easy access by veterinarians, consultants and others who assist dairy farmers with mastitis problems. The program also calculates milk loss, computes individual cow SCC contributions to the bulk milk, allows users to select different mastitis control schemes and teaches accepted mastitis control practices.

Author Biographies

  • C. William Heald, Department of Dairy and Animal Science, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802

    Program Developer

  • Mike A. Foster, Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence Applications, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802

    Director of the Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence Applications

    Program Developer

  • Jae D. Lee, Department of Dairy and Animal Science, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802

    Project Associate, Department of Dairy and Animal Science

    Program Developers

     

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Published

1993-09-16

Issue

1993

Section

Technology Transfer Symposium

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