Questions tagged [simulation]
For questions related to the use of computer models to estimate performance measures for complex systems, typically under uncertainty.
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Significant bias introduced into simple simulation
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Introduction
Service is allocated to an infinite source of customers i.e. there is always a service in progress. The duration of the $i^{th}$ service ...
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lsqcurvefit error in simulation of demands in MATLAB
I want to simulate the demand of a factory. This is not a real problem, the demand follows this relation $D= AB^2C^3$ where $A$, $B$ and $C$ have normal distributions: $$A\sim N(10,2.5),\quad B\sim(6,...
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Are there standard symbols to describe discrete event simulations (DES)
I just wonder, whether there is a good reference for the symbols used in a flow chart to describe a DES process. I am looking for something like Kendall notation, but with a reference to the symbols.
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To calculate the time needed for a vacuum robot to cover whole area
A vacuum robot runs on randomized direction when it is operating in a room.
I want to know how long it takes to fully cover the whole area (or at least most part of the area) with given information:
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How to generate data for test?
I am working on the following problem:
I have a scheduling problem with time-varying capacities and other characteristics that are not treated in classic Job Shop or Flow Shop.
How to generate such ...
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Is this the same as Agent Based DES or something different?
DES (Discrete Event Simulation) is a simulation paradigm which can be applied to some OR problems, if combined with SO (Simulation Optimisation).
AB-DES (Agent-Based DES) is an adaptation where the ...
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Alternatives for real-world data collection in simulation courses for Fall 2020
I teach a discrete-event system simulation course in Fall 2020. As with most DES simulation courses, students have term projects that involve gathering real-world data and building stochastic input ...
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Monte-Carlo Simulations in inventory management
I am using Monte-Carlo simulations in Microsoft Excel to determine optimum reorder points and safety stock levels. I have the demand patterns of the last one year of the product. Using that I can ...
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Model Simulation in PYOMO
I have an optimization model that I have developed within the PYOMO framework and I am unable to solve the model in a reasonable amount of time using the BARON solver. I have been instructed not to ...
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In Linear programming, how to determine if shadow price does not change linearly?
As the title says, in linear programming, is there a way to determine that the shadow price does not change linearly for a resource?
I understand one way is to simulate but is there a way to tell ...
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DOE Output Versus Testing Against Baseline
I am doing some output analysis on a discrete event simulation model and trying to interpret the results. My first step was to run the baseline model to get the response variable, let's say it's 10 ...
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How to decide the hiring headcount for a retail department
The job responsibility is exactly the same in the department.
The department has a total number of working hours required.
The total retention is about 50% a year, and the hiring cost is about $2000 ...
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Simulation in Python
What is the most common package for discrete-event simulation in the OR community?
I have found SimPy package.
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Simulation optimisation: Monte carlo simulation, regression, optimise within regression model?
Can you help me identify if this technique has a standard name to help me explore the literature?
Suppose I have a black-box stochastic simulation parameterised by $X=[x_1,...,x_p]$ with some single ...
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Good textbook for queueing theory and performance modeling
Can someone recommend a good self-study textbook for queueing theory and performance modeling? My interest is in applying this to understanding the behavior of some real-world server networks, ...
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Validation and verification of mathematical models
Within the subject of simulation I have found some literature on validation and verification (e.g. Sargent's paper). My question is, what techniques do you use to validate and verify your mathematical ...
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Queuing models in R, $\lambda$ Little
It's noted that the number of folks in a stationary system will maintain an average equal to the rate of arrival multiplied by the mean of the service distribution.
The formula $L = \lambda w$ is ...
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OR-backed serious games
A "serious game" is a game (usually a simulation) designed for a primary purpose other than pure entertainment. Games like the beer game or the fresh connection can be considered serious games serving ...
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Good distribution assumptions for customer demand in a supply chain
Why do we normally assume normal distribution/Poisson distribution for customer demand in a supply chain? Are there other good distribution assumptions?
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How to fit a Beta distribution to three estimates from an "expert"?
I'm modeling a process time, $X$, for a simulation study and have an "expert" estimate of the minimum, $\hat a$, the most likely (mode), $\hat m$, and the maximum, $\hat b$.
I'd prefer to avoid the ...
