Simulations for Skills Training
Chapter 10: Developing Equations of State
Overview:
The dynamics of a system are normally stated in terms of equations known as equations of state (equations of change, motion, growth, etc.). Chapter shows in more detail how the equations can be applied. To help you understand their use, demonstrates with relatively simple examples and shows how the equations relate to statements in ordinary language.
Chapter Topics:
Equations as Repositories of Information
Calling the Druggist
Buying Furniture
Vacation Travel
Equations as Predictors
Everyday Predictions
Understanding the Symbols
An Object in Motion
Hitting a Fly Ball
Generalizing the Equations
Stochastic and Deterministic Equations
Stochastic Models
Deterministic Models
A Moving Tennis Ball
A Pinball Machine
Commodity Prices
Weather Trends
The Greenhouse Effect
Exercises
Supplemental Reading