Conceptual Modelling Of Multi Agent Systems

Author : Norbert Glaser
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781461509738

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Conceptual Modelling of Multi-Agent Systems by Norbert Glaser Pdf

Conceptual Modelling of Multi-Agent Systems proposes the methodology and engineering environment CoMoMAS for the development of multi-agent systems. CoMoMAS is among the most elaborated and most often cited multi-agent development approaches available in the field. Its originality is to address the issue of the development of multi-agent systems (MAS) from a knowledge engineering perspective, which means that agents are seen as interacting entities having different kinds of knowledge, which is to be identified during development. Knowledge has played an important role for MAS development in the past, but CoMoMAS makes a step further in proposing a complete set of conceptual models and a solid methodology to guide the overall development process of a MAS-from design to validation. Conceptual Modelling of Multi-Agent Systems is an excellent reference for both researchers and practitioners in the broad area of distributed systems development. This book is of particular value from the point of view of computer science, including knowledge engineering, artificial intelligence, agent and multi-agent technology, and software engineering.

Author : Tomáš Šalamon
Publisher : Tomáš Bruckner
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9788090466111

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Design of Agent-based Models by Tomáš Šalamon Pdf

Although there are plenty of publications dealing with the theory of multi-agent systems and agent-based simulations, information about the practical development of such systems is scarce. The aim of this book is to fill this empty space and to provide knowledge about design and development of agent-based simulations in an easy and comprehensible way. The book begins with the fundamentals of multi-agent systems, agent principles and their interaction, and goes on to discuss the philosophy of agent-based programming. Agent-based models - like any other scientific method - have drawbacks and limitations, which are presented in the book as well. The main portion of the text is then devoted to a description of methodology and best practices for the design and development of agent-based simulation software. The methodology (called Agentology) guides the reader through the entire development process, from the formal definition of the problem, through conceptual modeling and the selection of the particular development platform, to the programming and debugging of the code itself and the final assessment of the model. The visual language as the means of representation of the conceptual model is included. The reader is also presented with a comparison of present multi-agent development environments and tools, which could be helpful for the selection of appropriate development instruments. Given that the theoretical foundation is presented in an accessible way and supported by many practical examples, figures, schemes and source codes, this publication is especially suitable as a textbook for introductory graduate-level courses on multi-agent systems and agent-based modeling. Besides appealing to students and the scientific community, the monograph can aid software architects and developers who are not familiar with agent principles, conveying valuable insights into this distinct computer paradigm.

Author : Dignum, Virginia
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 630 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2009-03-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781605662572

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Handbook of Research on Multi-Agent Systems: Semantics and Dynamics of Organizational Models by Dignum, Virginia Pdf

"This book provide a comprehensive view of current developments in agent organizations as a paradigm for both the modeling of human organizations, and for designing effective artificial organizations"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Distributed artificial intelligence
ISBN : UOM:39015041773527

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Multi-agent Systems by Anonim Pdf

Author : Robert Siegfried
Publisher : Springer
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2014-10-08
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783658075293

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Modeling and Simulation of Complex Systems by Robert Siegfried Pdf

Robert Siegfried presents a framework for efficient agent-based modeling and simulation of complex systems. He compares different approaches for describing structure and dynamics of agent-based models in detail. Based on this evaluation the author introduces the “General Reference Model for Agent-based Modeling and Simulation” (GRAMS). Furthermore he presents parallel and distributed simulation approaches for execution of agent-based models –from small scale to very large scale. The author shows how agent-based models may be executed by different simulation engines that utilize underlying hardware resources in an optimized fashion.

Author : John Krogstie,Andreas Lothe Opdahl,Sjaak Brinkkemper
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2007-06-13
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783540726777

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Conceptual Modelling in Information Systems Engineering by John Krogstie,Andreas Lothe Opdahl,Sjaak Brinkkemper Pdf

This book compiles contributions from renowned researchers covering all aspects of conceptual modeling, on the occasion of Arne Sølvberg’s 67th birthday. Friends of this pioneer in information systems modeling contribute their latest research results from such fields as data modeling, goal-oriented modeling, agent-oriented modeling, and process-oriented modeling. The book reflects the most important recent developments and application areas of conceptual modeling, and highlights trends in conceptual modeling for the next decade.

Author : Alessandro Garcia,Carlos Lucena,Franco Zambonelli,Andrea Omicini,Jaelson Castro
Publisher : Springer
Page : 287 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2003-08-03
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783540358282

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Software Engineering for Large-Scale Multi-Agent Systems by Alessandro Garcia,Carlos Lucena,Franco Zambonelli,Andrea Omicini,Jaelson Castro Pdf

Nowadays, engineering large-scale software systems means dealing with complex systems composed of pervasive software components that move around and adapt to nondeterministic and open environments, like the Internet, in order to achieve systems design goals through the coordination of autonomously distributed services. The agent metaphor, in particular software agents and multi-agent systems (MAS), constitutes a promising approach for covering most of the software development life cycle, from conceptual modeling and requirements specification to architectural definition, design, and implementation. This book presents 17 carefully reviewed papers arranged in order to provide a coherent survey of how to exploit agent properties and MAS issues in today's software systems. The book offers the following topical sections: - software engineering foundations - requirements engineering and software architecture - coordination and mobility - reuse -dependability -empirical studies and applications

Author : Radovan Cervenka,Ivan Trencansky
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2007-04-17
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783764383954

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The Agent Modeling Language - AML by Radovan Cervenka,Ivan Trencansky Pdf

Multi-agent systems have been a focus of studies for more than 25 years. Yet, despite substantial effort of an active research community, modeling of multi-agent systems still lacks complete and proper definition, general acceptance, and practical application. This book provides the Agent-Modeling Language (AML), a comprehensive modeling language as an extension of UML 2.0, concentrating on multi-agent systems and applications.

Author : Chengqi Zhang,Lukose Dickson
Publisher : Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1997-08-06
Category : Computers
ISBN : PSU:000031460569

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Multi-Agent Systems Methodologies and Applications by Chengqi Zhang,Lukose Dickson Pdf

This book constitutes the strictly refereed post-workshop proceedings originating from the Second Australian Workshop on Distributed Artificial Intelligence, held in Cairns, QLD, Australia, in August 1996, as a satellite meeting of PRICAI'96. The 13 revised full papers presented have been selected for inclusion in the book during a very careful and iterated process of reviewing and improvement. Among these papers are three invited ones, by leading scientists, solicited in order to round off the overall presentation and coverage of relevant topics. A wide range of multi-agent systems issues is covered including methodologies, cooperation, conflict resolution, applications, mobility, adaptation, negotiation, and implementations.

Author : Matthias Klusch,Rainer Unland,Onn Shehory,Alexander Pokahr,Sebastian Ahrndt
Publisher : Springer
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2016-09-07
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783319458892

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Multiagent System Technologies by Matthias Klusch,Rainer Unland,Onn Shehory,Alexander Pokahr,Sebastian Ahrndt Pdf

This book constitutes the proceedings of the 14th German Conference on Multiagent System Technologies, MATES 2016, held in Klagenfurt, Austria, in September 2016. 12 long papers and 5 short papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 28 submissions. MATES 2016 conference talks covered a broad area of topics of interest including MAS engineering and modeling, issues of human-agent interaction, collaboration and coordination, agent-based adaptation and optimization, and applications of MAS, in particular in the smart energy domain.

Author : Tiako, Pierre F.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 3994 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2009-03-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781605660615

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Software Applications: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications by Tiako, Pierre F. Pdf

Includes articles in topic areas such as autonomic computing, operating system architectures, and open source software technologies and applications.

Author : Faisal Alkhateeb,Eslam Al Maghayreh,Iyad Abu Doush
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 515 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2011-04-01
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9789533071763

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Multi-Agent Systems by Faisal Alkhateeb,Eslam Al Maghayreh,Iyad Abu Doush Pdf

A multi-agent system (MAS) is a system composed of multiple interacting intelligent agents. Multi-agent systems can be used to solve problems which are difficult or impossible for an individual agent or monolithic system to solve. Agent systems are open and extensible systems that allow for the deployment of autonomous and proactive software components. Multi-agent systems have been brought up and used in several application domains.

Author : Rosaria Conte,Chris Dellarocas
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2001-08-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0792374509

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Social Order in Multiagent Systems by Rosaria Conte,Chris Dellarocas Pdf

Social Order in Multiagent Systems provides an overview of current approaches, problems, and considerations related to the study of norms and institutions in the context of multiagent systems. The contributions in this volume share the assumption that norms and other social institutions are of vital importance for the development of multiagent systems and agent-mediated interaction. Both formal and computational models of norms and normative systems are presented, including formal analysis of normative concepts and foundational models of norms; agent and systems architectures for implementing norms; and implemented systems. Social Order in Multiagent Systems is an excellent reference for researchers in artificial intelligence and computer science, and can be used as text for advanced level courses in multiagent systems.

Author : Mark d’Inverno,Michael Luck
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-09
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783662107027

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Understanding Agent Systems by Mark d’Inverno,Michael Luck Pdf

Mark d'Inverno and Michael Luck present a formal approach to dealing with agents and agent systems in this second edition of Understanding Agent Systems. The Z specification language is used to establish an accessible and unified formal account of agent systems and inter-agent relationships. In particular, the framework provides precise and unambiguous meanings for common concepts and terms for agent systems, allows for the description of alternative agent models and architectures, and serves as a foundation for subsequent development of increasingly refined agent concepts. The practicability of this approach is verified by applying the formal framework to three detailed case studies. The book will appeal equally to researchers, students, and professionals in industry.

Author : Maja Hadzic,Elizabeth J. Chang,Pornpit Wongthongtham
Publisher : Springer
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2009-07-07
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9783642019043

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Ontology-Based Multi-Agent Systems by Maja Hadzic,Elizabeth J. Chang,Pornpit Wongthongtham Pdf

During the last two decades, the idea of Semantic Web has received a great deal of attention. An extensive body of knowledge has emerged to describe technologies that seek to help us create and use aspects of the Semantic Web. Ontology and agent-based technologies are understood to be the two important technologies here. A large number of articles and a number of books exist to describe the use individually of the two technologies and the design of systems that use each of these technologies individually, but little focus has been given on how one can - sign systems that carryout integrated use of the two different technologies. In this book we describe ontology and agent-based systems individually, and highlight advantages of integration of the two different and complementary te- nologies. We also present a methodology that will guide us in the design of the - tegrated ontology-based multi-agent systems and illustrate this methodology on two use cases from the health and software engineering domain. This book is organized as follows: • Chapter I, Current issues and the need for ontologies and agents, describes existing problems associated with uncontrollable information overload and explains how ontologies and agent-based systems can help address these - sues. • Chapter II, Introduction to multi-agent systems, defines agents and their main characteristics and features including mobility, communications and collaboration between different agents. It also presents different types of agents on the basis of classifications done by different authors.