A framework for executable UML models

Joe Mooney, Hessam Sarjoughian

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10 Scopus citations

Abstract

One approach to support the creation of executable UML models is to utilize an existing DEVS simulation environment. The Discrete Event System Specification (DEVS) formalism excels at modeling complex discrete event systems. An approach to specifying DEVS-compliant models is presented via Unified Modeling Language (UML) state machines. Resultant UML models are executable within DEVS simulation frameworks such as DEVSJAVA. Constructing DEVS-compliant UML models enables early simulation and verification of a design. This paper outlines how the specifics of simulation can be naturally expressed in UML models without significant burden to the UML practitioner. Simulatable models are an excellent precursor and companion to the current models normally developed during design and implementation and may result in significant cost and time savings.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationSimulation Series
StatePublished - 2009
EventDEVS Integrative M and S Symposium, DEVS 2009, Part of the 2009 Spring Simulation Multiconference, SpringSim 2009 - San Diego, CA, United States
Duration: Mar 22 2009Mar 27 2009

Other

OtherDEVS Integrative M and S Symposium, DEVS 2009, Part of the 2009 Spring Simulation Multiconference, SpringSim 2009
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Diego, CA
Period3/22/093/27/09

Keywords

  • DEVS
  • Discrete event simulation
  • Executable UML
  • State machine

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Networks and Communications

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