MODELLER: Computer-Assisted Modelling of Continuous Systems
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A computer-assisted modelling facility, called MODELLER, has been produced for continuous system simulation. Originally designed for those with limited or no computing experience, it also has appeal to the simulation expert. The specification of a model, together with a description of the experiment to be performed on that model, are entered by responding to prompts from the software. The dialog contains many interactive features. Simulation experiments may be performed either by using MODELLER's own run-time system, or by generating a program in a suitable language. MODELLER contains its own editor and automatically preserves specifications on file. The design of MODELLER is discussed and examples are given of its use in meter needle dynamics, parameter sweeps, boundary values, heating a hot water tank, and projectile range optimization. Graphs summarizing experimental results, a flow chart of the system, and sample program listings are included.
Publication Name: SIMULATION
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0037-5497
Year: 1984
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UKSC One-day Conference June 30th 1983: Current Trends in Engineering Simulation
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The UKSC held a one-day conference in June at Castle Ashby in Northampton. Seven presentations were given. High-speed digital simulation of non-linear systems was discussed, as were sequential logic operations techniques, and the need for a real- time simulation language. Applications presentations included the simulation of submersibles in offshore oil drilling, graphic displays of analog data, and three transport industry applications. Problems in interfacing between hardware and the EAI 2000 real- time simulator were also discussed. Elections for association officers were also held.
Publication Name: SIMULATION
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0037-5497
Year: 1983
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Applying Software Engineering to Simulation
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Software engineering stresses methods that reduce costs and increase software reliability. The techniques of software engineering are important for developing and maintaining large programs. Several tables are presented which list the stages of software development and typical roles in chief programmer teams. A technique, called structured walkthrough, is described, in which application people examine the software to discover whether it meets its objective.
Publication Name: SIMULATION
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0037-5497
Year: 1983
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