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AutoMod
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Description
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AutoMod is a computer-based modeling and simulation tool. Taking about AutoMod,
on could say that a realistic 3D simulation is worth a thousand words.
AutoMod has been developed to fulfill the needs of the first-time
"simulationist" as well as those of the expert analyst. In other words,
this tool combines ease-of-use and modeling power.
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Realistic and
Precise 2D and 3D Graphics
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AutoMod includes a CAD editor that supports accurate 2D and 3D modeling, with a
precision of 1/100th of mm if necessary. The simulation can also be detailed down
to 1/100th of a second.
The 3D representation is concurrent with the creation of new objects, such as
section of conveyors or racks in a warehouse. Shapes can be imported from a
special library or retrieved from Brooks Automation's web site.
Drawings can also be imported from your CAD system, such as AutoCAD or Pro
Engineer.
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Power to model the
logic of the simplest as well as the most complex systems
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 After the objects and graphics have been created, additional logic can be added to
detail the behavior of these entities through as spread sheet interface or using the
AutoMod 4th generation language (4GL).
The use of the integrated spreadsheet interface allows novice and experienced users to
build their models quickly without writing a single line of code.
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Within a few hours only, one can build and simulate an industrial system,
including 3D graphics, production, storage and material handling
equipment.
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If modeling is not complex, the modeling in AutoMod will not be complex either.
When more details are required to accurately represent the behavior of objects or
special policies, the AutoMod language offers another level of flexibility, which in
turn can be supported by C and C++ routines built into custom libraries and linked with
your models.
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Take control over reports and analysis
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 While the simulation is running, the user can control the 3D animation, change the
point of view or select, check values and edit objects directly on the screen.
Performance can be displayed using tables or graphics while the model is running or
after the simulation is completed. Standard and custom statistics and sequence
information are gathered and saved in text files for easy edition and importation into
other analysis or management applications.
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