A comprehensive and hands-on introduction to the core concepts, methods, and applications of agent-based modeling, including detailed NetLogo examples.
The advent of widespread fast computing has enabled us to work on more complex problems and to build and analyze more complex models. This book provides an introduction to one of the primary methodologies for research in this new field of knowledge. Agent-based modeling (ABM) offers a new way of doing science: by conducting computer-based experiments. ABM is applicable to complex systems embedded in natural, social, and engineered contexts, across domains that range from engineering to ecology. An Introduction to Agent-Based Modeling offers a comprehensive description of the core concepts, methods, and applications of ABM. Its hands-on approach -- with hundreds of examples and exercises using NetLogo -- enables readers to begin constructing models immediately, regardless of experience or discipline.
The book first describes the nature and rationale of agent-based modeling, then presents the methodology for designing and building ABMs, and finally discusses how to utilize ABMs to answer complex questions. Features in each chapter include step-by-step guides to developing models in the main text; text boxes with additional information and concepts; end-of-chapter explorations; and references and lists of relevant reading. There is also an accompanying website with all the models and code.
Описание: This clearly written thesis discusses the development of a highly innovative single-photon source that uses active optical switching, known as multiplexing, to increase the probability of delivering photons into a single mode.
Описание: Preface.- PART I: Adjoint Methods for Optimisation, Mesh Adaptation and Uncertainty Quantification.- Gradient projection, constraints and surface regularization methods in adjoint shape optimization, by Pavlos P. Alexias and Eugene De Villiers.- Adjoint Shape Optimisation using model Boundary Representation, by E. Andres-Perez et al..- CAD and Adjoint based Multipoint Optimization of an Axial Turbine Profile, by Ismael Sanchez Torreguitart, Tom Verstraete, and Lasse Mueller.- A Comparative Study of Two Different CAD-Based Mesh Deformation Methods for Structural Shape Optimization, by Marc Schwalbach, Tom Verstraete, Jens-Dominik Miller, and Nicolas R. Gauger.- Node-based Adjoint Surface Optimization of U-bend duct for pressure loss reduction, by Giacomo Alessi, Lilla Koloszar, Tom Verstraete, and J. van Beeck.- On the Properties of Solutions of the 2D Adjoint Euler Equations, by Carlos Lozano.- Finite Transformation Rigid Motion Mesh Morpher, by Athanasios G. Liatsikouras, Guillaume Pierrot, Gabriel Fougeron, and George S. Eleftheriou.- The Unsteady Continuous Adjoint Method Assisted by the Proper Generalized Decomposition Method, by V. S. Papageorgiou, K. D. Samouchos and K. C. Giannakoglou.- A Two-Step Mesh Adaptation Tool Based on RBF with application to turbomachinery Optimization Loops, by Flavio Gagliardi, Konstantinos T. Tsiakas and Kyriakos C. Giannakoglou.- Adjoint-based Aerodynamic Optimisation of Wing Shape Using Non-Uniform Rational B-splines, by Xingchen Zhang, Rejish Jesudasan and Jens-Dominik Mьller.- PART II: Surrogate-assisted Optimization of Real World problems.- A comparative evaluation of surrogate models for transonic wing shape optimization, by Emiliano Iuliano.- Study of the influence of the initial a-priori training dataset size in the efficiency and convergence of surrogate-based evolutionary optimization, by Daniel Gonzalez Juarez and Esther Andres Perez.- Garteur AD/AG52: Surrogate-based global optimization methods in preliminary aerodynamic design, by E. Andres-Perez et al..- A Response Surface Based Strategy for Accelerated Compressor Map Computation, by Dmitrij Ivanov, Dieter Bestle, and Christian Janke.- Surrogate-Based Shape Optimization of the ERCOFTAC Centrifugal Pump Impeller, by Remo De Donno and Stefano Rebay and Antonio Ghidoni.- CFD based Design Optimization of a Cabinet Nitrogen Generator, by Bбrbara Arizmendi Gutiйrrez and Edmondo Minisci.- Delaunay-based global optimization in nonconvex domains defined by hidden constraints, by Shahrouz Ryan Alimo, Pooriya Beyhaghi, and Thomas R. Bewley.- PART III: Applications of optimization in engineering design automation.- Optimized Vehicle Dynamics Virtual Sensing using Metaheuristic Optimization and Unscented Kalman Filter, by Manuel Acosta and Stratis Kanarachos.- On Combinatorial Problem Representation based Ascent Assembly Design Optimization, by Michael Hellwig, Doris Entner, Thorsten Prante, Alexandru-Ciprian Zavoianu, Martin Schwarz, and Klara Fink.- On the Optimization of 2D Path Network Layouts in Engineering Designs via Evolutionary Computation Techniques, by Alexandru-Ciprian Ziivoianu, Susanne Saminger-Platz, Doris Entner, Thorsten Prante, Michael Hellwig, Martin Schwarz, and Klara Fink.- Taking Advantage of 3D Printing so as to Simultaneously Reduce Weight and Mechanical Bonding Stress, by Markus Schatz, Robert Schweikle, Christian Lausch, Michael Jentsch and Werner Konrad.- Interactive Optimization of Path Planning for a Robot Enabled by Virtual Commissioning, by Ruth Fleisch, Doris Entner, Thorsten Prante, Reinhard Pfefferkorn.- Box-Type Boom Design using Surrogate Modeling: Introducing an Industrial Optimization Benchmark, by Philipp Fleck, Doris Entner, Clemens Munzer, Michael Kommenda, Thorsten Prante, Martin Schwarz, Martin Hachl, and Michael Affenzeller.- Knowledge Objects Enable Mass-Individualization, by Joel Johansson and Fredrik Elgh.- Free-form Optimization of a Shell Structure with Curvature Constraint,
Автор: Hoiles, William (university Of British Columbia, Vancouver) Krishnamurthy, Vikram (cornell University, New York) Cornell, Bruce (university Of Technol Название: Dynamics of engineered artificial membranes and biosensors ISBN: 1108423507 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781108423502 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 14573.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Combining synthesis with mathematical modelling, this is a state-of-the-art guide to building artificial membranes for biological devices. Supported by numerous case studies and molecular dynamics simulation code, it provides a powerful toolkit for researchers, students and professionals in bioengineering, biophysics and electrical engineering.
Автор: Wojciech Zamojski; Jacek Mazurkiewicz; Jaros?aw Su Название: Advances in Dependability Engineering of Complex Systems ISBN: 3319594141 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783319594149 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 27950.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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This book gathers the proceedings of the 2017 DepCoS-RELCOMEX, an annual conference series that has been organized by the Department of Computer Engineering at the Faculty of Electronics, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, since 2006. Its mission is to continue the heritage of the other two cycles of events - the RELCOMEX conferences (1977-89) and Microcomputer Schools (1985-95) - so this year we can celebrate the 40th anniversary of its origins. In contrast to those preceding series, which were focused on conventional reliability analysis, the goal of DepCoS is to promote a more comprehensive approach to system performability, which is now commonly called dependability.
This innovative research area provides answers to the latest challenges in reliability evaluation for contemporary complex systems. Its novelty is based on a multi-disciplinary approach to system theory, technology and maintenance of systems operating in real environments. Dependability analyses concentrate on the efficient completion of tasks, services and jobs by a system considered as a combination of technical, information and human assets, in contrast to "classical" reliability, which is generally limited to the analysis of technical resources and associated components and structures.
The selection of papers for this volume illustrates the diversity of topics that need to be considered, from mathematical models and design methodologies through software engineering and data security issues, to practical engineering problems in technical systems. In addition, this edition of the conference hosted the 7th CrISS-DESSERT Workshop, which was devoted to the analysis and assurance of safety and cyber security in critical infrastructure and computer systems.
Описание: This book is a collection of papers contributed by some of the greatest names in the areas of chaos and nonlinear dynamics. Each paper examines a research topic at the frontier of the area of dynamical systems. As well as reviewing recent results, each paper also discusses the future perspectives of each topic. The result is an invaluable snapshot of the state of the ?eld by some of the most important researchers in the area. The ?rst contribution in this book (the section entitled "How did you get into Chaos?") is actually not a paper, but a collection of personal accounts by a number of participants of the conference held in Aberdeen in September 2007 to honour Celso Grebogi's 60th birthday. At the instigation of James Yorke, many of the most well-known scientists in the area agreed to share their tales on how they got involved in chaos during a celebratory dinner in Celso's honour during the conference. This was recorded in video, we felt that these accounts were a valuable historic document for the ?eld. So we decided to transcribe it and include it here as the ?rst section of the book.
Автор: Dan Braha; Ali A. Minai; Yaneer Bar-Yam Название: Complex Engineered Systems ISBN: 3642069371 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783642069376 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 15672.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book sheds light on the large-scale engineering systems that shape and guide our everyday lives. It does this by bringing together the latest research and practice defining the emerging field of Complex Engineered Systems.
Автор: Andrei Stalmashonak; Gerhard Seifert; Amin Abdolva Название: Ultra-Short Pulsed Laser Engineered Metal-Glass Nanocomposites ISBN: 3319004360 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783319004365 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 7182.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The focus of Ultra-Short Pulsed Laser Engineered Metal-Glass Nanocomposites is the interaction of intense ultra-short laser pulses with glass containing silver nanoparticles embedded in soda-lime glass, and nanostructural modifications in metal-glass nanocomposites induced by such laser pulses.
Автор: James N. Furze; Anil K. Gupta; Darren M. Reynolds; Название: Mathematical Advances Towards Sustainable Environmental Systems ISBN: 3319439006 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783319439006 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 16070.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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This edited volume focuses on how we can protect our environment and enhance environmental sustainability when faced with changes and pressures imposed by our expansive needs. The volume unites multiple subject areas within sustainability, enabling the techniques and philosophy in the chapters to be applied to research areas in environmental science, plant sciences, energy, biodiversity and conservation. The chapters from expert contributors cover topics such as mathematical modelling tools used to monitor diversity of plant species, and the stability of ecosystem services such as biogeochemical cycling. Empirical research presented here also brings together mathematical developments in the important fields of robotics including kinematics, dynamics, path planning, control, vision, and swarmanoids. Through this book readers will also discover about rainfall-runoff modelling which will give them a better idea of the effects of climate change on the sustainability of water resources at the watershed scale. Modelling approaches will also be examined that maximize readers insights into the global problem of energy transition, i.e. the switch to an energy production system using renewable resources only. Collective and discrete insights are made to assist with synergy which should progress well beyond this book. Insight is also given to assist policy formations, development and implementations. The book has a strong multi-disciplinary nature at its core, and will appeal to both generalist readers and specialists in information technology, mathematics, biology, physics, chemistry and environmental sciences.
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