Dynamic Modeling

Bruce M. Hannon, Matthias Ruth

410 pages, parution le 01/12/2000 (2^eme édition)

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Résumé

An understanding of the changing relationships within systems is an integral part of the study of a variety of disciplines. The second edition of Dynamic Modeling gives a thorough introduction to modeling by teaching the reader both to build and to use a wide range of models, including those for biological, physical, social and economic systems. In conjunction with STELLA software provided with the book, the reader has an easy-to-use tool to visualize all types of dynamic systems.

Even more examples of theory and applications from the modeling community have been added to the second edition. For example, the authors have expanded their treatment of population cohort models and then applied it to the dynamics of the U.S. population. They have enriched the discussion of positive feedbacks, enlarged the section on genetics, and provided more applications to the study of diseases. The economics section of the book includes models from game theory and market dynamics that result from the combined effects of inventory changes and producer expectations. The set of engineering models of gravity and acceleration also includes examples of mechanical amplifiers, which are illustrated by the workings of a playground swing. With each model discussed, the book emphasizes the need to learn the concepts and tools of the model for the purpose of generating new insights, streamlining the problem-solving process, and fostering creative thinking and modeling in other areas in inquiry as well.

In addition to the new topics, many chapters have been revised and updated to make more extensive use of new model-development features of STELLA. All models and a run-time version of the STELLA software are included with the book on a CD-ROM, which is compatible with both Macintosh and Windows platforms.

Table of Contents

Foreword
Series Preface
Preface to the Second Edition
Preface to the First Edition
Pt. 1 Introduction 1
Pt. 2 Some General Methods for Modeling 25
Pt. 3 Chemistry Models 119
Pt. 4 Genetics Models 139
Pt. 5 Ecological Models 171
Pt. 6 Economic Models 257
Pt. 7 Engineering Models 349
Pt. 8 Conclusion 385
App. A1: System Requirements 391
App. A2: Quick Help Guide 392
References 403
Index 407

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	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Springer
Auteur(s)	Bruce M. Hannon, Matthias Ruth
Parution	01/12/2000
Édition	2^eme édition
Nb. de pages	410
Couverture	Relié
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780387988689
ISBN13	978-0-387-98868-9