16th European Simulation Multiconference
Darmstadt, Germany
June 3-5, 2002
CALL FOR PAPERS
MODELLING AND SIMULATION 2002
Methodology and Tools
Artificial Intelligence and Neural Networks
High Performance and Large Scale Computing
Verification, Validation and Accreditation
Economics and Operations Research
Complex Systems Modelling
Education and Gaming
Simulation in Environment, Biology, Ecology and Medicine
NEW Analytical and Stochastic Modelling Techniques NEW
NEW Simulation Applications in Industry NEW
Tutorials
Student Papers, Poster Sessions
Partners for Projects Sessions
Exhibition
Organised by
SCS Europe
and Sponsored by
The Society for Computer
Simulation International SCS
Co-Sponsored by
ASIM
Arbeitsgemeinschaft
Simulation
Hosted by
FH-Darmstadt
For latest information see:
http://biomath.rug.ac.be/~scs/conf/esm2002/
AIM OF ESM'2002
The ESM'2002 is the international conference concerned with state
of
the
art technology in modelling and simulation. For several years, ESM
has
proven to be an outstanding forum for researchers involved in
building
innovative simulation systems, simulation and modelling tools and
applications on both the research and industrial front. The SCS
European
Simulation Multiconference features an outstanding technical
program
ranging from introductory tutorials to software reviews to
state-of-the-art research and practice. The conference includes
exhibits, business meetings for professional societies, software
user
groups, and a social program. All submissions will be peer
reviewed by
three members of the International Program Committee. Accepted
papers
will be published in the conference Proceedings (both print and
electronic format), that will be copyrighted
and widely disseminated. All talks and tutorials must be
accompanied
by a paper of between three to eight Proceedings pages.
Contributions
to the technical program are solicited in the following general areas;
METHODOLOGY AND TOOLS
Topics Cover:
(- System and Process Modelling, - Object Oriented Systems, -
Hierarchical
and Distributed Simulation, - Industrial Simulation Tools)
Continuous
and discrete simulation methodology, Simulation tools, Simulation
environments, Multi-paradigm simulation, Simulation uncertainty,
Petri
nets, Web-based
simulation, Simulation visualisation, Integration of simulation and
geographical information systems, Object-oriented programming,
AI and
Expert systems, Software comparisons, Last research results in
simulation.
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND NEURAL NETWORKS
Topics cover:
(-Computational Methodologies and Algorithms) will provide a forum
for
the presentation and discussion of recent research and
applications of
artificial neural networks such as in machine learning, data analysis
and simulation. The aim of this track is to encourage and facilitate
interdisciplinary communication amongst university and industry
professionals applying AI-ANN. Papers dealing with ANN
applications
(in a wider sense) are welcome. A few topics are given as
representative examples: Classification, Data analysis, Fault
tolerance, Forecasting, Knowledge acquisition, Economics and
Finance,
Planning, Pretreatment of data, Process control, Robotics, Speech
and
image recognition, Web intelligence, involving methodologies such
as:
Hybrid systems (GA, fuzzy, symbolic representation), Methods or
tools
for evaluating ANN performance, Reinforcement Learning,
Simulation
tools (research, education, development), Neural nets for
simulation:
modelling of parts (components) of the system simulated by neural
networks, evaluation of simulation models using neural nets,
decision
support in simulation models by neural nets; Simulation of neural
nets: systems of pre-designed neural networks, techniques and
tools
for simulation and programming of neural networks.
HIGH PERFORMANCE AND LARGE SCALE COMPUTING
Topics cover:
(- Energy Systems, - Multi-Dimensional Systems, - Multi-Parameter
Systems) This track invites contributions on efficient simulation
algorithms and compute-intensive simulation projects on
high-performance computers or distributed platforms. Methods and
techniques for parallel simulation (scheduling, synchronisation, load
balancing), Performance of parallel and distributed simulation
(experimental and comparative studies, performance models,
benchmarks), High Level Architecture (HLA) and related standards
(time management, model semantics, implementation issues),
Application
of parallel and distributed simulation (computer systems,
manufacturing systems, etc.), Parallelisation of continuous
simulations (numerical methods, (Quasi-Monte-Carlo simulation),
Web-based distributed simulation (distributed modelling via the
Web,
Java)
VERIFICATION, VALIDATION AND ACCREDITATION (VV&A)
Topics cover:
(- Models and Federations, - Fault Tolerance, - Quality Assurance, -
Industrial and Production Process Applications, - Military
Applications)
VV&A methodology (effective VV&A, VV&A planing confidence
levels, risk
estimation, organisation, documentation, standards, cost
estimation,
technique application, result presentation, subject matter
specification, fidelity, automation potential), VV&A technology
(documentation, CASE-tools, cross checking, requirements,
specification, knowledge based systems, configuration
management, tool
overview, simulation environments). Military simulation - fidelity,
exercise management, tools and modelling techniques,
applications;
Local, global, real and non-real time simulations and applications;
Web-enabled simulation, local and remote invocation, tools,
education;
Simulators - hardware/persons-in-the-loop, HLA compliance;
Animated
visualisation of simulation; Component-oriented simulation
ECONOMICS AND OPERATIONS RESEARCH
Topics covers:
(- Econometry - Financial Markets, Bottom-Up Theories)
Simulation and
Optimisation, Experimental Design of Simulation Studies, Queuing
Networks and Models, Embedded Heuristics in Simulation, Rule-
based
Optimization and Simulation, Computer Assisted Learning and
Simulation
Trainers, Customising of ERP Systems using Simulation,
Distributed
Simulation Approaches, Hierarchical Simulation Integrating Process
Mapping and Simulation, Manufacturing Consulting, Manufacturing
Controls, Model Integration Standards, Optimisation and Evaluation,
Simulation Frameworks, Simulation Games, Simulation of
(Manufacturing)
Processes in Virtual Enterprises, Virtual Factories, and Virtual
Manufacturing, Simulation Support Tools
COMPLEX SYSTEMS MODELLING
Topics Cover:
(- Design and Simulation, - Process Control and Optimisation, -
Information
Technology Systems, - Space and Airborne Systems -
Communication
Networks,
- Cybernetics and Control, - Building Engineering and Urban
Infrastructures
- Nonlinear Systems) Integration of AI Techniques and Simulation,
Knowledge Elicitation and Representation for Complex Models,
Drawing
Understanding
and Pattern Recognition, Machine Learning, Neural Networks and
Genetic
Algorithms, Simulation in Robotics and Automation, Continuous
Simulation
of Technical Processes, Fuzzy Models in Simulation, Wireless
Communication,
Mobile Communication Networks, Satellite Communication, LAN
and WAN
Protocols, Simulation of Switching Equipment, Design and Coding
of
Communication Handling Software
EDUCATION AND GAMING
Topics Cover
(- e-learning, - Role Strategies) Management Games, Simulation
with
"man
in the loop", Virtual Reality Systems, Realistic Presentation of
Simulation
Results, Simulation for Training and Education, Web-based
Simulation,
Multi-site Group Simulation, Special Purpose Simulation
Languages and
Tools, Simulation Environments, Simulator Development
Environments,
Visual Modelling Tools, Multimedia, Visualisation and Animation
Tools,
Interfaces for Coupling with External Tools
SIMULATION IN ENVIRONMENT, ECOLOGY, BIOLOGY AND
MEDICINE
Topics cover:
(- Meteorology and Climate, - Growth Dynamics, - Imaging and
Visualisation)
The main goal is to enhance the transdisciplinarity and to facilitate
contacts and dialogs between computer scientists and specialists
of
Environmental
Sciences. Since 10 years the modelling process took benefits from
recent (and less recent) techniques of computer science :
Object-Oriented Languages,
Discrete Event Simulation, Concepts of Agent and Actor, Fuzzy
Logic,
UML, model - GIS interface, Web-based simulation, environment
management, predictive models of forest growth, fishing, climate
and
other biological processes. Papers dealing with ecological
modelling
(in a wider sense) are welcome in the areas of: Applications:
Environment managing, Waste managing, Ecosystem dynamics
(terrestrial
and oceanographic ecology) Population dynamics (diseases &
epidemics,
changes in biodiversity, genome, predator-prey relationships,
fishing...), Population behaviour, Individual behaviour, involving
methodologies such as : Artificial Intelligence, Distributed
Interactive Simulation, High-Performance Computing, Languages,
Modelling
Techniques, Simulation Methodologies & Tools, Synthetic
Environment,
Virtual Reality, Petri nets, DEVS and Bond Graphs. Modelling and
simulation have an important role in structuring biological, medical
and ecological systems. The intrinsic complexity and non-linearity
of
these types of systems need continuous and discrete simulation
methodology, soft computing methodology in order to handle the
different degrees of uncertainty, as well as virtual reality
methodology describing the time and space dependent complexity.
Topics
are biological systems, medical systems and ecosystems with the
domain
specific topics such as molecular modelling, genetic algorithms in
biosystems, fuzzy sets and neural nets in biosystems, physiology,
cardiology, anesthesia, cancer, circulatory system, respiratory
system, renal system, biomechanics, agricultural production,
simulation of global change, ecotechnology and eco-engineering,
GIS,
population dynamics, etc Simulation of Patient Care, Quality of
Service, Hospital Logistics, Simulation of Disease Proliferation,
Virtual Reality in Surgical Procedures, Simulating Biological
Phenomena and Organs, Simulation as a Tool for Diagnosis,
Simulation
of Emergency Procedures (Disaster Gaming), General Medical
Simulations
TUTORIALS
Tutorials can be proposed in the following three categories:
T1- Introductory tutorials
T2- State of the Art Tutorials
T3- Software and Modelware Tutorials
Tutorial proposals should be emailed to [log in to unmask]
POSTER SESSION
The poster session only features work in progress. Next to the
actual
poster presentation, these submissions also feature as short
papers in
the Proceedings.
STUDENTS SESSION
This session is for students who want to present their work in
progress or part of their doctoral thesis as a paper. Student papers
are denoted by the fact that only the name of the student appears
on
the paper as an author. They are published as short papers in the
Proceedings.
DIVERSE ACTIVITIES
For demonstrations or video sessions, please contact SCS Europe.
Special
session will be set up for vendor presentations in co-ordination with
the scientific program. User Group meetings for simulation
languages
and tools can be organised the day before the conference. If you
would
like to arrange a meeting, please contact the Conference Chairs.
We
will be happy to provide a meeting room and other necessary
equipment.
Partners for projects session(s) will be organised by SCS to give
potential project teams or individuals the opportunity to present
their research in order to link up with fellow researchers for future
research projects. Those wishing to participate in this session need
to send a proposal to SCS Europe.
EXHIBITION
A special exhibition will be held during the conference focused on
simulation tools. For more information please contact SCS Europe
for
further details. Email: [log in to unmask]
DEADLINES AND REQUIREMENTS
Send all submissions in an ELECTRONIC FORM ONLY in
uuencoded, zipped
Microsoft Word format, PDF or Postscript format indicating the
designated track and type of submission (full paper or an extended
abstract) to the SCS Europe ([log in to unmask]). Please
provide
your name, affiliation, full mailing address, telephone /
fax number and Email address on all submissions as well. For
submissions
please put in the subject of your Email the following indications:
esm2002 and designated track or USE THE ABSTRACT
SUBMISSION PAGE!!
Only original papers, which have not been published elsewhere, will
be
accepted for publication
REGISTRATION FEES
Registration Fees
Author SCS/EUROSIM
Other
Members
Participants
Pre-reg before 475 EURO 475 EURO 535
EURO April. 30th 2002
Registration after Pre-registration 535 EURO 595
EURO April 30th '2002 required
The registration fee includes one copy of the Conference
Proceedings,
coffee and tea during the breaks, all lunches, a welcome cocktail a
conference dinner and a guided visit to EUMETSAT or ESOC.
PAPER SUBMISSION TYPES
FULL PAPER (including abstract, conclusions, diagrams,
references)
During review, the submitted full papers can be accepted as a
regular
5 page paper. If excellent, full papers can be accepted by the
program
committee as an extended (8-page) paper. Each submission will be
reviewed by at least three members of the International Program
Committee.
EXTENDED ABSTRACT (at least five pages)
Participants may also submit a 5 page extended abstract for a
regular
(5 pages) or short (3 pages) paper or poster, which will be reviewed
by the International Program Committee. All accepted papers will
be
published in the ESM'2002 Conference Proceedings.
SHORT ABSTRACT (at least three pages)
Participants may also submit a 3 page abstract for a short paper or
poster, which will be reviewed by the International Program
Committee.
All accepted papers will be published in the ESM'2002 Conference
Proceedings. ONE PAGE ABSTRACTS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
CORRESPONDENCE ADDRESS
Philippe Geril
SCS Europe
University of Ghent
Coupure Links 653
B-9000 Ghent, Belgium
Tel (Office): +32 9 2337790
Fax: + 32 9 2234941
T+F Private: +32 59 800 804
Email: [log in to unmask]
OUTSTANDING PAPER AWARD
The 2002 European Simulation Multiconference Committee will
select the
Outstanding Paper of the Conference. The author of this paper will
be
awarded a free registration for an SCS conference.Only papers
SUBMITTED AS FULL papers will be eligible for the Outstanding
Paper
Award.
LANGUAGE
The official conference language for all papers and presentations is
English.
IMPORTANT DEADLINES
EARLY SUBMISSION DEADLINE DECEMBER 15TH 2001
January 15, 2002:
Submit contributed full-papers
(5 to 8 proceedings pages) not previously published. These
submissions,
when
accepted will be published as regular or extended papers,
depending
on
their quality.
January 15, 2002:
Submit extended abstracts (5 abstract pages) or short papers (3
abstract pages),
reports of industrial projects and summaries of posters. These
submissions, when
accepted will be published as regular, of up to 5 proceedings page
papers.
January 15, 2002:
Submit one -to -three page proposals to present tutorials,
to organise and chair panel sessions, to organise user meetings,
vendor
sessions
or to exhibit software
January 15, 2002:
Submit abstracts for student and poster session
February 25, 2002:
Notification of Acceptance or Rejection
April 30, 2002:
Authors provide camera-ready manuscript
June 3-5, 2002:
Conference
VENUE: DARMSTADT, GERMANY
Once a residence of Hessian Landgrafen and Grand Dukes,
Darmstadt
developed into the capital city of the German state of Hessen.
Following nearly complete destruction of the inner city in the
Second
World War, Darmstadt was to pass this title on to Wiesbaden. The
city's identity had to be re-established from the ground up. Therefore
emphasis was put on the so-called "smokeless industry", until the
advent of computer technology.
Darmstadt calls itself the home for a number of reputed international
institutes such as the European space research organizations
ESOC and
EUMETSAT, the Heavy Ion Research Association (GSI), the GMD
Research
Centre Information Technology GmbH, the Research Centre
Deutsche
Telekom and the Fraunhofer Institute for Graphic Data Processing,
to
name only a few. Commercial firms of international format (Merck,
Röhm, Schenck, Wella) on one hand and institutions of the arts
(Industrial Design, New Music etc.) and sciences (several
universities) are within close vicinity. Today, Darmstadt, located in
the middle of the Starkenburg Region and at the outskirts of one of
the most active economic areas, the ‘Rhein-Main’, is considered as
one
of the centres for information, communication and software
technologies.
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