Title :
The structure of NDTRAN — A systems simulation language
Author :
Uhran, J.J., Jr. ; Davisson, W.I.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electr. Eng., Notre Dame Univ., IN, USA
Abstract :
NDTRAN is a systems simulation language that is based on the principles of modeling stated by J. Forrester in his work of systems dynamics (1961, 1968) and is written in ANSI/standard FORTRAN. Because of the large number of built-in diagnostics, it is extremely easy to use, even for a beginner. In addition, it has a number of features previously lacking in other simulation packages, such as extensive user-defined and default plotting routines along with a selection of integration routines to satisfy both the technical and nontechnical person. The authors describe the unique features of its implementation.
Keywords :
FORTRAN; simulation languages; ANSI/standard FORTRAN; NDTRAN; builtin diagnostics; features; implementation; integration routines; modeling; plotting routines; structure; systems simulation language; Algorithms; Arrays; Computational modeling; Computers; Educational institutions; Equations; Mathematical model;
Journal_Title :
Systems, Man and Cybernetics, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TSMC.1984.6313311
