A graph convolutional network-based solver for approximating argument acceptability

AFGCN is a software tool for approximate solutions to abstract argumentation using a Graph Convolutional Network (GCN). It addresses the computational complexity of determining argument acceptability across several semantics. The model incorporates deep residual connections, randomized training, and grounded-reasoning features to achieve strong approximation accuracy. The solver predicts acceptability status for credulous and skeptical tasks. Leveraging graph-based learning and an optimized runtime, AFGCN provides an efficient and scalable method for large-scale argumentation frameworks.

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SoftwareX
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2025-11-24
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.softx.2025.102434
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Multi-Agent Systems and Negotiation
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A graph convolutional network-based solver for approximating argument acceptability

Lars Malmqvist, Tangming Yuan, Peter Nightingale
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A graph convolutional network-based solver for approximating argument acceptability

Lars Malmqvist, Tangming Yuan, Peter Nightingale
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Abstract

AFGCN is a software tool for approximate solutions to abstract argumentation using a Graph Convolutional Network (GCN). It addresses the computational complexity of determining argument acceptability across several semantics. The model incorporates deep residual connections, randomized training, and grounded-reasoning features to achieve strong approximation accuracy. The solver predicts acceptability status for credulous and skeptical tasks. Leveraging graph-based learning and an optimized runtime, AFGCN provides an efficient and scalable method for large-scale argumentation frameworks.

SoftwareXVol. 32
Camber Collective (United States) (US), University of York (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 81%
Multi-Agent Systems and Negotiation
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