Introduction to Modeling and Simulation of Technical and Physical Systems with Modelica (PDF)

Master modeling and simulation using Modelica, the new powerful,
highly versatile object-based modeling language

Modelica, the new object-based software/hardware modeling
language that is quickly gaining popularity around the world,
offers an almost universal approach to high-level computational
modeling and simulation. It handles a broad range of application
domains, for example mechanics, electrical systems, control, and
thermodynamics, and facilitates general notation as well as
powerful abstractions and efficient implementations. Using the
versatile Modelica language and its associated technology, this
text presents an object-oriented, component-based approach that
makes it possible for readers to quickly master the basics of
computer-supported equation-based object-oriented (EOO)
mathematical modeling and simulation.

Throughout the text, Modelica is used to illustrate the various
aspects of modeling and simulation. At the same time, a number of
key concepts underlying the Modelica language are explained with
the use of modeling and simulation examples. This book:

* Examines basic concepts such as systems, models, and
simulations

* Guides readers through the Modelica language with the aid of
several step-by-step examples

* Introduces the Modelica class concept and its use in graphical
and textual modeling

* Explores modeling methodology for continuous, discrete, and
hybrid systems

* Presents an overview of the Modelica Standard Library and key
Modelica model libraries

Readers will find plenty of examples of models that simulate
distinct application domains as well as examples that combine
several domains. All the examples and exercises in the text are
available via DrModelica. This electronic self-teaching program,
freely available on the text's companion website, guides readers
from simple, introductory examples and exercises to more advanced
ones.

Written by the Director of the Open Source Modelica Consortium,
Introduction to Modeling and Simulation of Technical and
Physical Systems with Modelica is recommended for engineers and
students interested in computer-aided design, modeling, simulation,
and analysis of technical and natural systems. By building on basic
concepts, the text is ideal for students who want to learn
modeling, simulation, and object orientation.