Hybrid Modelling and Simulation (M&S): Driving Innovation in the Theory and Practice of M&S
Mustafee, N; Harper, A; Onggo, BS
Date: 29 March 2021
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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
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Abstract
Hybrid Simulation (HS) is the application of two or more simulation techniques (e.g., ABS, DES, SD) in a
single M&S study. Distinct from HS, Hybrid Modelling (HM) is defined as the combined application of
simulation approaches (including HS) with methods and techniques from the broader OR/MS literature and
also across disciplines. ...
Hybrid Simulation (HS) is the application of two or more simulation techniques (e.g., ABS, DES, SD) in a
single M&S study. Distinct from HS, Hybrid Modelling (HM) is defined as the combined application of
simulation approaches (including HS) with methods and techniques from the broader OR/MS literature and
also across disciplines. In this paper, we expand on the unified conceptual representation and classification
of hybrid M&S, which includes both HS (Model Types A-C), hybrid OR/MS models (D, D.1) and crossdisciplinary hybrid models (Type E), and assess their innovation potential. We argue that model types
associated with HM (D, D.1, E), with its focus on OR/MS and cross-disciplinary research, are particularly
well-placed in driving innovation in the theory and practice of M&S. Application of these innovative HM
methodologies will lead to innovation in the application space as new approaches in stakeholder
engagement, conceptual modelling, system representation, V&V, experimentation, etc. are identified.
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Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy
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