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Dynamic Modeling

Part of the book series: Modeling Dynamic Systems (MDS)

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Table of contents (38 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xviii
  2. Introduction

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 1-1
    2. Modeling Dynamic Systems

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 3-23
  3. Some General Methods for Modeling

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 25-25
    2. Four-Model Set

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 27-42
    3. Gradual Development of a Dynamic Model

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 43-59
    4. Two Independent Variables

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 60-95
    5. Randomness

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 96-101
    6. Positive and Negative Feedback

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 102-110
    7. Derivatives and Lags

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 111-117
  4. Chemistry Models

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 119-119
    2. The Law of Mass Action

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 121-128
    3. Chance-Cleland Model for Enzyme-Substrate Interaction

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 129-132
    4. The Olsen Oscillator

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 133-138
  5. Genetics Models

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 139-139
    2. Mating of Alleles

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 141-148
    3. Natural Selection and Mutation

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 149-155
    4. Artificial Worms

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 156-169
  6. Ecological Models

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 171-171
    2. Robin Population

      • Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth
      Pages 173-177

About this book

Computer models offer a means of interpreting and analyzing the dynamics of real-world systems ranging from population growth to ozone depletion and a new section on modeling in genetics. Dynamic Modeling introduces an approach to modeling that makes it a more practical, intuitive endeavor. The book enables readers to convert their understanding of a phenomenon to a computer model, and then to run the model and let it yield the inevitable dynamic consequences built into the structure of the model. Dynamic Modeling uses STELLA software to develop simulation models. Part I provides an introduction to modeling dynamic systems. Part II offers general methods for modeling. Parts III through VIII apply these methods to model real-world phenomena from chemistry, genetics, ecology, economics, and engineering. Dynamic Modeling offers a clear, approachable introduction to the modeling process, and will be of interest in any field where real problems can be illuminated by computer simulation.

Reviews

From a review of first edition:

"[The authors] demonstrate convincingly that … one can learn a lot about building and experimenting with and simulating dynamic models in a number of fields.  ... Highly recommended for all studying model building and practical applications of systems theory." - Choice

Authors and Affiliations

  • Department of Geography and National Center for Supercomputing Applications, University of Illinois, Urbana, USA

    Bruce Hannon

  • School of Public Affairs, University of Maryland, College Park, USA

    Matthias Ruth

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: Dynamic Modeling

  • Authors: Bruce Hannon, Matthias Ruth

  • Series Title: Modeling Dynamic Systems

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4613-0211-7

  • Publisher: Springer New York, NY

  • eBook Packages: Springer Book Archive

  • Copyright Information: Springer-Verlag New York, Inc. 2001

  • Hardcover ISBN: 978-0-387-98868-9Published: 05 January 2001

  • Softcover ISBN: 978-1-4612-6560-3Published: 19 April 2013

  • eBook ISBN: 978-1-4613-0211-7Published: 06 December 2012

  • Series ISSN: 2199-2606

  • Series E-ISSN: 2199-2614

  • Edition Number: 2

  • Number of Pages: XVIII, 410

  • Additional Information: Originally published as a monograph

  • Topics: Simulation and Modeling, Health Informatics, Computer Appl. in Life Sciences, Life Sciences, general

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eBook USD 89.00
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Softcover Book USD 119.99
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  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info
Hardcover Book USD 169.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Durable hardcover edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

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