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Introduction-to-Simulation

The document provides an overview of simulation as a tool for understanding and predicting complex systems through virtual modeling. It discusses the benefits of simulation, such as cost savings, risk mitigation, and optimization, as well as its limitations, including model quality and system complexity. Additionally, it outlines different system types, emerging technologies, future trends, applications across various fields, and includes a hands-on group activity for practical learning.

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Introduction-to-Simulation

The document provides an overview of simulation as a tool for understanding and predicting complex systems through virtual modeling. It discusses the benefits of simulation, such as cost savings, risk mitigation, and optimization, as well as its limitations, including model quality and system complexity. Additionally, it outlines different system types, emerging technologies, future trends, applications across various fields, and includes a hands-on group activity for practical learning.

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SIMULATION

Maritza Correa Valencia


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Introduction to
Simulation
Simulation is a powerful tool that allows students and
professionals to understand and predict the behavior
of complex systems.

By creating virtual models, simulation offers a safe and


cost-effective way to experiment with different
scenarios and solutions without directly intervening
in the real system.
WHAT IS A SYSTEM?
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¿WHEN IS COMPLEX A SYSTEM ?
raw material quality​​
demand production time

suppliers
selling price

product design
dollar
value

Exogenous variables
Endogenous variables
Benefits and Limitations of Simulate
Benefits of Simulation

Cost savings
Simulation allows different alternatives and scenarios to be
evaluated without incurring the real costs of the system, which
facilitates more efficient decision-making.

Risk Mitigation
By experimenting with virtual models, users can identify and
anticipate potential problems or risks before implementing solutions
in the real world.
Benefits of Simulation

Optimization
Simulation allows users to test and tune different system
parameters, with the goal of finding the optimal configuration that
maximizes performance.

Learning and Understanding


By interacting with simulated models, students and professionals
can develop a better understanding of the dynamics and
complexity of systems.
Limitations of Simulation

Model quality
The validity of simulation results depends largely on the
accuracy and level of detail that the model use.

System Complexity
Some systems may be too complex to be accurately modeled,
which can lead to imprecise or incomplete results.

Required Resources
Simulation may require a significant investment in terms of
time, technical expertise, and computational resources,
which can limit its application.
System types
System types
Continuous Systems

Variables change continuously


over time. These systems are
commonly modeled using
differential equations and are
used, for example, in the
analysis of electrical circuits
and the study of fluid dynamics.
State
variable
System types
Discrete-event Systems

Sudden changes in their Time


variables at specific points in State Discrete-event
time. These systems are variable
characterized by the
occurrence of events, such as
the arrival of a customer in a
queuing system or the failure of
a machine in a production line.

Time
Oriented discrete-event
System types
Hybrid Systems

Combine features of continuous


and discrete-event systems.
These systems are found, for
example, in electric vehicles,
where the dynamics of the
electric motor can be modeled
as a continuous system, while
gear changes can be considered
as discrete events.
Emerging Technologies and Trends of Simulation

Big Data
The increasing availability of big data sets is driving the development of more accurate and
detailed simulation models.

Machine learning
The integration of machine learning techniques allows simulation models to adapt and
learn from data, improving their accuracy and predictive capacity.

Virtual Reality
Virtual and augmented reality are transforming the way we interact with simulation models,
allowing users to explore and experiment with them in a more immersive way.

Cloud computing
The availability of cloud computing resources is facilitating access to simulation tools and
the processing of big volumes of data.
Future of simulation
The combination of simulation and artificial
Integration with AI
intelligence techniques will enable more
adaptable models capable of learning from data.

Simulation in Real time Increased processing power will enable real-time


simulations, facilitating decision-making in
dynamic environments.

Digital twins Simulation models will increasingly be integrated


with real-world systems, creating digital copies
that faithfully reflect their behavior.

Democratization of simulation Simulation tools will become more accessible and


user-friendly, allowing a wider audience to benefit
from this technology.
Simulation applications
Logistics and Transport Route optimization, inventory management,
production planning.

Finance and Economy Risk analysis, asset valuation, stress testing.

Health and Medicine Testing new drugs and treatments, hospital


resource planning.

Engineering and Manufacturing Product design, quality control, process


automation.

Social Science Social systems modeling, epidemic


simulation, trend prediction.
Hand-on activity

Group Tasks:

Organize in groups (3 – 4 people).


Each group receives a card with a case.
• Answer the questions.
• Identify if the system is continuous, discrete, or hybrid.
• Discuss two benefits and two limitations of simulating the
system.
• In front to classmates, each group expose the propose about a
possible simplified model of the system (no need for details,
just a conceptual idea) in 5 minutes.

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