Simulation program and industries

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The discussion revolves around the application of simulation programs in various industries, exploring ideas ranging from simple data calculations to complex 3D simulations. Participants share their thoughts on the potential of simulation programs and seek examples of unique or unconventional applications that could be profitable.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses interest in various simulation program ideas, including 2D and 3D simulations, and requests thoughts on profitable applications.
  • Another participant references system dynamics as a potential framework for simulation.
  • Questions arise regarding the meaning of "ridiculous" in the context of simulation programs, with suggestions that it could refer to unconventional or quirky applications.
  • A participant shares an example of simulating a game like Agar.io to analyze cell sizes and proposes a simulation for shoe retirement rates in the footwear industry.
  • Some participants note that companies with Operations Research or Industrial Engineering departments engage in simulation and optimization work, but express confusion over the term "ridiculous."
  • Flight simulators used by airframe manufacturers are mentioned as an interesting application of simulation technology.
  • One participant discusses the challenges of establishing dedicated simulation expertise within companies, highlighting issues of knowledge being buried in complex spreadsheets.
  • Another participant suggests that simulation and modeling should be viewed as foundational to organizational processes, yet they feel it is often undervalued.
  • There is mention of the potential for molecular design simulations, although uncertainty remains about the specifics of implementation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of views on the definition of "ridiculous" in relation to simulation programs, indicating a lack of consensus on this term. There is also a shared recognition of the potential value of simulation in industries, but differing opinions on its current status and implementation challenges.

Contextual Notes

Participants highlight limitations in the recognition of simulation expertise within companies and the complexity of knowledge management in simulation processes. There are unresolved questions regarding specific applications and the effectiveness of various simulation approaches.

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I'd like an idea about simulation programs and how it can be applied to industries. Here is some of the simulation program ideas I happen to run across on Google. All the way from data calculations, 2D cell game to 3D crash proof simulations. I want to hear your thoughts and some of the most ridiculous programs that would earn you cash.
 
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fredreload said:
I'd like an idea about simulation programs and how it can be applied to industries. Here is some of the simulation program ideas I happen to run across on Google. All the way from data calculations, 2D cell game to 3D crash proof simulations. I want to hear your thoughts and some of the most ridiculous programs that would earn you cash.
What do you mean by "ridiculous"? Are you looking for the simulation equivalent of the Pet Rock?
 
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What do you mean by "ridiculous"? Are you looking for the simulation equivalent of the Pet Rock?
For instance, Agar.io. You'd be able to run it as a simulation and check for the average size of the cells. Or since I work for a shoe company as a software programmer. I'd do a simulation on the shoe retirement rate versus the general population to check how many shoes would get sold. I think simulation program deserves to have its own office inside a company, but I've never seen such a thing established.
 
There are companies with Operations Research and/or Industrial Engineering departments that do a lot of simulation, optimization, and analysis work. A lot of other Engineering groups in companies use simulation for their analysis. But I am still confused by the word "ridiculous".
 
Cool, ridiculous as of the most interesting simulation you've heard that actually earns money.
 
fredreload said:
Cool, ridiculous as of the most interesting simulation you've heard that actually earns money.
Oh! A lot of airframe manufacturers have flight simulators. They are specialized for the avionics and handling qualities of their particular product. That may interest you.
 
Hmm, something like this. Shape changes with genetic algorithm.

P.S. Now if you can apply this to the flight simulator it would be cool lol
 
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This looks interesting. But we need some type of control variable that would be our goal, let it be environment setup or molecular structure hmm
 
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fredreload said:
I think simulation program deserves to have its own office inside a company, but I've never seen such a thing established.
I work in a chemical company and even there that is a problem. Main reason: almost everyone does it, so the need for genuine expertise isn't considered seriously. In the mean time millions worth of process knowledge is buried unrecognizably and non-transferable in convoluted spreadsheet monsters.
I always call simulation and modelling "a horizontal column" -- a base for all other organizational columns, but in reality treated as part of a ruin.
IT has gone the same route somewhat.
 
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BvU said:
I work in a chemical company and even there that is a problem. Main reason: almost everyone does it, so the need for genuine expertise isn't considered seriously. In the mean time millions worth of process knowledge is buried unrecognizably and non-transferable in convoluted spreadsheet monsters.
I always call simulation and modelling "a horizontal column" -- a base for all other organizational columns, but in reality treated as part of a ruin.
IT has gone the same route somewhat.
I'm not really good with Chemistry myself. I'd say you can probably analyze the formula with the http://image.slidesharecdn.com/bioknotes2-140817015317-phpapp02/95/bioknowledgy-21-molecules-to-metabolism-11-638.jpg?cb=1410336771, then test if the combination with a variable compound can be constructed(based on atomic number and type of bonds). I'm not sure if the 3D diagram angle would be a factor. You can probably create your own molecular design as well using a simulation. It might be easier for someone to work out the software first
 

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