Componential Explanation in Philosophy, Cognitive Science and Computer Science
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This paper shows how Componential Explanation as discussed within Cognitive Science and Philosophy of Science relates to Compositional Verification in Computer Science. It is shown how formal techniques and methods developed for Compositional Verification provide a formal basis and automated support for Componential Explanation. The role of formalised interlevel relations is shown to be crucial for formalisation of the analysis on which a componential explanation rests. A case study is used to illustrate the thoroughness of the approach.
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