Probabilistic Modelling - Softcover

Mitrani

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521585309 ISBN 13: 9780521585309

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2008

Synopsis

Probabilistic modelling is the most cost-effective means of performance and reliability evaluation of complex dynamic systems. This self-contained text will be welcomed by students and teachers for its no-nonsense treatment of the basic results and examples of their application. The only mathematical background that is assumed is basic calculus. The necessary fundamentals of probability theory are included, as well as an introduction to renewal, Poisson and Markov processes. Models arising in the fields of manufacturing, computing and communications, involving single or multiple service stations and one or more customer classes, are examined in some detail. Both exact and approximate solution methods are discussed, including recent techniques such as spectral expansion. Special attention is devoted to models of systems subject to breakdowns and repairs. Throughout the book, strong emphasis is placed on explaining the ideas behind the results and helping the reader to use them, making the book ideal for students in computer science, engineering or operations research taking courses in modern system design.

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Review

'... easily accessible ... attractive to non-mathematicians.' Mitrani

Book Description

A no-nonsense introduction to the tools and techniques of probabilisitc modelling, with applications in manufacturing, computing and communications. Both performance and reliability evaluation are considered. Self-contained treatment suitable for computing science, engineering and operations research students taking courses in systems design.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521585309
• ISBN 13: 9780521585309
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 236