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Reusable Modules to Support Rapid Model Building: A Case Study of Defence Force Design
Author(s) -
Bowers Joshua,
Elsawah Sondoss,
Ryan Michael
Publication year - 2017
Publication title -
incose international symposium
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2334-5837
DOI - 10.1002/j.2334-5837.2017.00445.x
Subject(s) - domain (mathematical analysis) , computer science , systems engineering , process (computing) , set (abstract data type) , software engineering , work (physics) , engineering , mechanical engineering , mathematical analysis , mathematics , programming language , operating system
Abstract This work is motivated by the lack of research in the area of developing generic and domain‐specific system dynamics (SD) modules. Unlike traditional modelling approaches where an expert modeller builds the model from low‐level modelling constructs, modules allow for rapid construction of simulations by providing components that can be quickly parametrised and assembled to test different strategies. This approach has the potential to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of SD modelling by minimizing time and costs, sharing domain knowledge, and improving user involvement in the modelling process. This paper presents a working set of eight reusable modules in the domain of defence force planning and design. We illustrate the use of modules with a hypothetical scenario based on our experience with projects' clients. Finally, we conclude with suggestions for future work in the research areas related to the development, use, and evaluation of SD modules.