Introduction to Intelligent Simulation: The RAO Language

1. Introduction. 2. Complex Discrete Systems. 3. Aspects of Complex Systems Simulation. 4. Artificial Intelligence Methods. 5. Resources - Actions - Operations Method. Basic Theses. 6. Basics of Rao Simulation. 7. Primary Constructions of Rao Language. 8. Simple Rao Models. 9. Certain Constructions of the Language. 10. Advanced Rao Models. Animation. 11. Interactive Rao Models. 12. Model of Simple Genetic Algorithm. 13. Sawmill Shop Model. 14. Distributed Data Base Control System Model. 15. Modelling Discrete/Continuous Systems. 16. Loading and Scheduling in Textile Industry. 17. Hybrid Systems for Production Control. Conclusion. Appendix: Rao Language Syntax Diagrams. Author Index. Subject Index.