Introduction to modeling and generating probabilistic input processes for simulation

Techniques are presented for modeling, fitting, and generating many of the univariate probabilistic input processes that drive discrete-event simulation experiments. Emphasis is given to the generalized beta distribution family, the Johnson translation system of distributions, and the Be¿zier distri...

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Main Authors: Kuhl, M.E., Lada, E.K., Wagner, M.A., Ivy, J.S., Steiger, N.M., Wilson, J.R.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Active shape model
Application software
Computational modeling
Histograms
Medical simulation
Parameter estimation
Shape control
Synthetic aperture sonar
Systems engineering and theory
Testing
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Summary:Techniques are presented for modeling, fitting, and generating many of the univariate probabilistic input processes that drive discrete-event simulation experiments. Emphasis is given to the generalized beta distribution family, the Johnson translation system of distributions, and the Be¿zier distribution family because of the flexibility of these families to model a wide range of distributional shapes that arise in practical applications. Also discussed are nonparametric and semiparametric techniques for modeling and simulating time-dependent arrival streams using nonhomogeneous Poisson processes. Public-domain software implementations and current applications are presented for each input-modeling technique. The applications range from pharmaceutical manufacturing and medical decision analysis to smart-materials research and healthcare systems analysis. Many of the references include live hyperlinks providing online access to the referenced material.
ISSN:0891-7736
1558-4305
DOI:10.1109/WSC.2009.5429329