The MathWorks Introduces SimEvents 2.Extends Simulink with Tools for Modeling and Simulating Discrete-Event Systems NATICK, Mass. -- The MathWorks today introduced SimEvents[R] 2, which now supports the modeling of complex discrete-event and hybrid dynamic systems across the Simulink[R] family of products. SimEvents is a discrete-event, transaction-level simulator (1) Software that enables the execution of an application written for a different computer environment. Same as emulator. (2) Software that models the interactions of hypothetical or real-world objects or business processes. that models system functions and constraints with a network of queues, servers, gates, and switches. Engineers can develop applications for packet-based communications, supervisory control Supervisory control is a general term for control of many individual controllers or control loops, whether by a human or an automatic control system, although almost every real system is a combination of both. , computer architecture, mission planning, manufacturing, logistics, and other areas. In contrast to conventional discrete-event simulators, SimEvents 2 lets engineers add an unlimited number of attributes, which represent data transport, to the entities flowing through the model. This capability enables engineers to model complex algorithms at individual nodes, which can then be aggregated into a larger system. SimEvents 2 is tightly integrated with Simulink and MATLAB (MATrix LABoratory) A programming language for technical computing from The MathWorks, Natick, MA (www.mathworks.com). Used for a wide variety of scientific and engineering calculations, especially for automatic control and signal processing, MATLAB runs on Windows, Mac and [R] to provide a powerful and efficient environment for modeling multidomain or hybrid dynamic systems, such as sensor networks A low-speed industrial network that is used to connect sensors to actuators. A sensor network implies limited or no controller functions. Multiple sensor networks may be coupled to form device networks. See industrial control network. and distributed control systems A distributed control system (DCS) refers to a control system usually of a manufacturing system, process or any kind of dynamic system, in which the controller elements are not central in location (like the brain) but are distributed throughout the system with each component , that contain a combination of continuous-time, discrete-time, and discrete-event behavior. SimEvents is also tightly integrated with Stateflow[R] to model systems containing finite-state machines that may produce or be controlled by discrete events. "In the new version of SimEvents, activity-based models can carry larger amounts of data, which enables engineers to model complex, data-intensive applications," said Giovanni Mancini, product marketing manager at The MathWorks. "Now, for example, models can carry an array that represents an entire video sequence." Availability and Pricing SimEvents is available immediately for the Solaris, Linux, Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. , and Macintosh platforms. U.S. list prices start at $3,000. About The MathWorks The MathWorks is the world's leading developer of technical computing and Model-Based Design software for engineers and scientists in industry, government, and education. With an extensive product set based on MATLAB and Simulink, The MathWorks provides software and services to solve challenging problems and accelerate innovation in automotive, aerospace, communications, financial services The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view of the subject. Please [ improve this article] or discuss the issue on the talk page. , biotechnology, electronics, instrumentation, process, and other industries. The MathWorks was founded in 1984 and employs more than 1,700 people worldwide, with headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts Natick (Pronunciation IPA: /ˈneɪtɪk/) is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. Natick is located near the center of the MetroWest region of Massachusetts, with a population of 32,170 at the . For additional information, visit www.mathworks.com. MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, Handle Graphics, Real-Time Workshop, SimBiology, SimHydraulics, SimEvents, and xPC TargetBox are registered trademarks and The MathWorks, the L-shaped membrane logo, Embedded Inserted into. See embedded system. MATLAB, and PolySpace are trademarks of The MathWorks, Inc. Other product or brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. |
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