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Modelling and Simulation (3rd Ed., 3rd ed. 2019)
Exploring Dynamic System Behaviour
Simulation Foundations, Methods and Applications Series
Authors: Birta Louis G., Arbez Gilbert
Language: EnglishSubject for Modelling and Simulation:
Keywords
Simulation; Modelling; Computational; Computational science; Stochastic
Publication date: 08-2021
551 p. · 15.5x23.5 cm · Paperback
Publication date: 01-2020
551 p. · 15.5x23.5 cm · Hardback
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This hands-on textbook/reference presents an introduction to the fundamental aspects of modelling and simulation, both for those wishing to learn about this methodology and also for those who have a need to apply it in their work. The text is supported by illustrative examples, drawn from projects formulated within the domains of discrete-event dynamic systems (DEDS) and continuous-time dynamic systems (CTDS).
This updated new edition has been enhanced with new illustrative case studies, and additional examples demonstrating some new features and the effectiveness of the ABCmod conceptual modelling framework. Changes that facilitate the development of simulation models with ABSmod/J are illustrated. New material includes a presentation of the experimentation strategy called ?design of experiments? and three new chapters that explore the optimization-simulation interface.
Topics and features: presents a goal-based and project-oriented perspective of modelling and simulation; describes the ABCmod framework, an activity-based conceptual modelling framework for DEDS; examines the simulation-optimization interface in both the CTDS and DEDS domains; provides numerous illustrative examples, case studies and useful algorithms, as well as exercises and projects at the end of most chapters; includes appendices on probability and statistics, the GPSS programming environment, and relevant MATLAB features; provides supplementary software and teaching support material at an associated website, including lecture slides and a methodology for organizing student projects.
Serving as an essential guide to the foundations of modelling and simulation, this practical primer is ideal for senior undergraduate and junior graduate-level students. Also suitable for self-study, the book will be of great benefit to professionals seeking insight into the vast potential of this rapidly evolving problem-solving paradigm.
Part I: Fundamentals
Introduction
Modelling and Simulation Fundamentals
Part II: DEDS Modelling and Simulation
DEDS Stochastic Behaviour and Modelling
A Conceptual Modelling Framework for DEDS
DEDS Simulation Model Development
The Activity-Object World View for DEDS
Experimentation and Output Analysis
Part III: CTDS Modelling and Simulation
Modelling of Continuous Time Dynamic Systems
Simulation with CTDS Models
Part IV: Simulation Optimization
Optimization OverviewSimulation Optimization in the CTDS Domain
Simulation Optimization in the DEDS Domain
Appendix A: ABCmod Applications in M&S Projects
Appendix B: Probability and Statistics Primer
Appendix C: GPSS Primer
Appendix D: MATLAB Primer
Louis G. Birta is Professor Emeritus at the University of Ottawa, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
Gilbert Arbez is an Assistant Professor in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, at the University of Ottawa, ON, Canada.
Fully updated and expanded new edition
The only textbook to give a balanced and integrated presentation of modelling and simulation activity for both discrete-event dynamic systems and continuous-time dynamic systems
Contains numerous examples, algorithms, exercises and projects, in addition to a series of primers in the appendices, and teaching support material at an associated website