Keynote Address
Software Tutorials
Educational Tutorials
Panel Sessions
Methodology Sessions
Discrete System Analysis
Random Variate Generation
Optimizing in Simulation
Statistical Issues in Simulation
Steady State Confidence Interval Methodology: A Forum on Theory, Practice, and Prospects
Statistical Banking and Selection Procedures
Application Sessions
Management Issues in Simulation
Graphics in Simulation I
Graphics in Simulation II
Simulation of Material Handling Systems
Simulation in Manufacturing
Use of Simulation to Analyze Problems of Flexible Manufacturing Systems
Simulation in the Automobile Industry
Transportation Systems
Distributed Simulation
Simulation Using Modern Languages
Decision Support System
Simulation on Microcomputers
Simulation Support Systems
Simulation of Computer Networks
Simulation in Real Time Control
Potpourri
Simulation in the Public Sector
Simulation of Physiological Systems
Health Care Systems
Military Applications I
Military Applications II
Operational Evaluation Modeling I

Keynote Address

Artificial Intelligence and Simulation
Robert E. Shannon
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Software Tutorials

Introduction to GPSS
Thomas J. Schriber
SLAM II Tutorials
Jean J. O'Reilly, A. Alan B. Pritsker, and William R. Lilegdon
UNIFIT: Interactive Package for Fitting Probability Distributions to Observed Data
Averill M. Law and Stephen G. Vincent
Simulation with INSIGHT
Stephen D. Roberts
Introduction to SIMAN
C. Dennis Pegden
SIMSCRIPT 11.5 Tutorial
Edward C. Russell
A Tutorial on TESS: The Extended Simulation System
Charles R. Standridge, Steven A. Walker, and David Vaughan
MAP/1 Tutorial
Robin J. Miner and Laurie J. Rolston
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Educational Tutorials

Introduction to Simulation
J. W. Schmidt
Model Development Revisited
Richard E. Nance
Discrete Event Simulation Languages: Current Status and Future Directions
James O. Henriksen
Input Data Collection and Analysis
W. David Kelton
Practical Statistical Analyses of Simulation Output Data: The State of the Art
Averill M. Law
Design of Simulation Experiments
William E. Biles
On Selecting the Best of K Systems: An Expository Survey of Indifference-Zone Multinomial Procedures
David Goldsman
A Tutorial on Verification and Validation of Simulation Models
Robert G. Sargent
Variance Reduction in Simulation
James R. Wilson
Continuous System Simulation Languages (CSSL's)
Ralph C. Huntsinger
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Panel Sessions

Micros vs. Mainframes [No paper submitted]
Val Silby, Prakash Rad, James O. Henriksen, Bill Lilegdon, Jean O'Reilly, Springer Cox, Glen Johnson, Claude Barmett, and Claude Barmett
Analytic Representation of Simulation [No paper submitted]
Bruce W. Schmeiser, Lee Schruben, Bernard Zeigler, J. G. Shanthikumar, Peter Glynn, Robert G. Sargent, and Barry L. Nelson
Validation [No paper submitted]
Steward V. Hoover, William E. Biles, and Chris Kuhner
What Type of Model: Analytic, Simulation, or Hybrid Simulation/Analytic [No paper submitted]
Robert G. Sargent, Matthew Rosenshine, Steven Duket, J. G. Shanthikumar, and Charles H. White
Education: Methodology vs. Languages (A Panel Session)
Jakov Crnkovic, John Carson, David Kelton, Richard E. Nance, Alan B. Pritsker, Stephen D. Roberts, and Thomas J. Schriber
Modeling of Computer Systems [No paper submitted]
Paul F. Roth, Edward D. Lazowska, Charles M. Shub, James Browne, Kishor Trivedi, Lynne D. Green, William J. Garrison, and William Alexander
Physical vs. Computer Simulation [No paper submitted]
Paul Cohen, J. T. Black, Steven A. Weiner, Randall P. Sadowski, and D. J. Medeiros
Graphics: Its Role and Limitations [No paper submitted]
John Comfort, Averill Law, Carl H. Imhoff, Phil Heidelberger, Wallace W. White, Peter Lewis, Van Norman, and Frank Gudan
Real-Time Simulation Development Issues [No paper submitted]
Arthur F. Krummenoehl, Grayden Figart, Cita Furlani, Thad Janowiak, and Carolyn D. Tobin
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Methodology Sessions

Analytic Representations of Simulation
Bruce W. Schmeiser, Lee Schruben, J. G. Shanthikumar, Robert G. Sargent, Bernard Zeigler, Peter Glynn, Barry L. Nelson, and Bruce W. Schmeiser
A Random Variate Generation Method Useful in Hybrid Simulation/Analytical Modelling
J. G. Shanthikumar
Sample Space Definition
Barry L. Nelson and Bruce W. Schmeiser
Multivariate Simulation Output Analysis: Past, Present and Future
Linda Weiser Friedman
Multivariate Output Analysis in Simulation: The State of the Art
Andrew F. Seila
Establishing Functional Relationships in Multiple Response Simulation: The Multivariate General Linear Metamodel
Linda Weiser Friedman
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Discrete System Analysis

Perturbation Analysis Methods for Discrete Event Dynamical Systems and Simulations
Y. C. Ho
Approximating Time-Dependent Non-Exponential Queues
Michael R. Taaffe and Kim Ong
Continuous Simulation Approximations to Queueing Networks
Gordon M. Clark
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Random Variate Generation

Some Efficient Random Number Generators for Micro-Computers
Arne Thesen, Zhanshan Sun, and Tzyh-Jong Wang
An Exhaustive Search for Optimal Multipliers
George S. Fishman and Louis R. Moore
Use of Lattice Structures for Reduction of Simulation Run Time
Norman S. Matloff
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Optimizing in Simulation

A Simulation Optimization Approach to Optimum Storage and Retrieval Policies in an Automated Warehousing System
Farhad Azadivar
Application of an Optimization Procedure to Steady-State Simulation
Ardavan Nozari and John S. Morris
Simulation Optimization for Decision Support in Operating a Robotic Manufacturing System
C. C. Chu and J. J. Talavage
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Statistical Issues in Simulation

Overlapping Batch Means: Something for Nothing?
Marc S. Meketon and Bruce Schmeiser
Using Operational Analysis Assumption Errors
Neal M. Bengtson
An Empirical Comparison of Fourier and Walsh Spectra for System Identification
Paul Sanchez
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Steady State Confidence Interval Methodology: A Forum on Theory, Practice, and Prospects

Steady-State Confidence Interval Methodology: A Forum on Theory, Practice, and Prospects
W. David Kelton, Averill M. Law, Bruce N. Schneiser, Richard W. Andrews, Peter D. Welch, Peter W. Glynn, Donald L. Iglehart, and Lee W. Schruben
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Statistical Banking and Selection Procedures

A Computer Package for Ranking, Selection, and Multiple Comparisons with the Best
Shanti S. Gupta and Jason C. Hsu
A Multinomial Ranking and Selection Procedure: Simulation and Applications
David Goldsman
Restricted Subset Selection for Normal Populations with Unknown and Unequal Variances
David W. Sullivan and James R. Wilson
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Application Sessions

Management Issues in Simulation

Validation of Simulation Models: The Weak/Missing Link
Stewart V. Hoover and Ronald F. Perry
Changing Management's View to Simulation
Bruce H. Boguslav and Gary Farrar
Inclusion of Cost Comparisons in Simulation Modeling for Improved Decision-Making
Kim Patton-Stallman and Leland T. Blank
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Graphics in Simulation I

Presenting Simulation Results with TESS Graphics
Charles R. Standridge, John R. Hoffman, and Steven A. Walker
Graphical Description, Control Logic Development, Simulation Development, and Animated Display of Material Handling Systems
William L. Maxwell and Eugene E. Fellows
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Graphics in Simulation II

Interactive Simulation Graphics with INSIGHT
C. H. Imhoff, C. J. Hostick, and L. W. Cannon
Practical Benefits of Animated Graphics in Simulation
Brian W. Hollocks
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Simulation of Material Handling Systems

A Simulation Model for Evaluating Control Algorithms of an Automated Storage/Retrieval System
Richard J. Linn and Richard Wysk
A Simulation Model and Analysis: Integrating AGV's with Non-Automated Material Handling
Catherine M. Harmonosky and Randall P. Sadowski
An Optimum-Seeking Approach to the Design of Automated Storage/Retrieval Systems
Ronald F. Perry, Stewart V. Hoover, and David R. Freeman
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Simulation in Manufacturing

Manufacturing Modeling Using RESQ
Wayne J. Oates
Quality Modelling of Assembly Systems
J. A. Buzacott and D. W. H. Cheng
A Simulation for the Justification and Planning of a Continuous Slab Caster
Beverly J. Wolfe and Mark A. Christobek
Digital and Physical Simulation of Manufacturing Systems
P. H. Cohen and R. A. Wysk
On the Use of Physical Models to Simulate Assembly Plant Operations
S. B. O'Reilly, K. W. Casey, and S. A. Weiner
A Generic Robot Simulator
D. L. Kimbler
Physical Simulation of Flexible Manufacturing Systems
Charles H. Falkner and Natraj Shanker
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Use of Simulation to Analyze Problems of Flexible Manufacturing Systems

Simulation and Decision Analysis in FMS Justification
Henry C. Co and Jianhua Liu
Hierarchical Decomposition and Simulation of Manufacturing Cells
Charles J. Antonelli, Richard A. Volz, and Trevor N. Mudge
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Simulation in the Automobile Industry

On the Use of Simulation in the Design and Installation of a Power and Free Conveyor System
George L. Good and J. Thomas Bauner
Effective Industrial Finishing Systems Design Utilizing Simulation Techniques
Sally J. Hill and Doris Klein
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Transportation Systems

Simulation vs. Optimization in Physical Distribution Planning
James H. Bookbinder
The Role of Computer Simulation in the Development of a New Elevator Product
Bruce A. Powell
User Need Satisfaction as a Basis for Evaluating Cargo Aircraft Scheduling
James R. Coakley, Gerald R. Armstrong, Joseph C. Bryant, and Stephen R. Gordon
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Distributed Simulation

A Language-Directed Distributed Discrete Simulation System
Dana L. Wyatt and Sallie Sheppard
Asynchronous Simulation of Some Discrete Time Models
Jay B. Ghosh
Problem Oriented Protocol Design
David M. Nicol and Paul F. Reynolds, Jr.
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Simulation Using Modern Languages

Implications of the Ada Environment for Simulation Studies
Patricia Friel and Sallie Sheppard
Simulation with C
Floyd H. Grant III and Douglas G. MacFarland
Discrete Event Simulation in Pascal with SIMTOOLS
Andrew F. Seila
Prolog as a Simulation Language
Heimo H. Adelsberger
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Decision Support System

Framework of the Decision Support Expert System
Pawel Radzikowski
Generalized Model Building Within an Integrated Decision Support System
David P. Yancey and Robert A. Carringer
A Simulation/Optimization-Based Planning and Decision Support System
William T. Scherer and Chelsea C. White III
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Simulation on Microcomputers

Simulation on Microcomputers: The Development of a Visual Interactive Modelling Philosophy
J. B. Macintosh, R. W. Hawkins, and C. J. Shepherd
Simulation Programming Using Spreadsheet Software
Richard M. Reese
The User Interface of GPSS/PC
Springer Cox
Simulation of Facility Designs on a Micro-Computer
Gerald T. Mackulak and Neil Glenney
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Simulation Support Systems

New Directions for the Design of Advanced Simulation Systems
Michael G. Ketcham, John W. Fowler, and Don T. Phillips
Automation of Simulation Model Generation From System Specifications
Richard J. Mayer and Robert E. Young
Evaluation of the UNIX Host for a Model Development Environment
Richard E. Nance, Osman Balchi, and Robert L. Moose, Jr.
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Simulation of Computer Networks

CACI Network II.5: A Computer and Communications Network Simulator
William J. Garrison
Modeling and Analysis of Ethernet Networks
John K. Jackman and D. J. Medeiros
Dynamics of Large Scale Distributed Networks
Clayton M. Lockhart, Mario R. Garzia, and Douglas L. Mikula
Topological Optimization of an Integrated Circuit/Packet-Switched Computer Network
Mark J. Kiemele
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Simulation in Real Time Control

A Conceptual Design for Simulation in a Real Time Control Tool
Carolyn D. Tobin and Neal M. McCollom
Emulation as a Design Tool in the Development of Real-Time Control Systems
Howard M. Bloom, Cita M. Furlani, and Anthony J. Barbera
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Potpourri

A GPSS Simulation to Determine Congestion in an Ethernet Type Local Area Network
Howard Blum and Frank Paccione
An Introspective Environment for Knowledge Based Simulation
Venkataseshan Baskaran and Y. V. Reddy
A Multitasking Implementation of System Simulation: The Emulation of an Asynchronous Parallel Processor for System Simulation Using a Single Processor
Murali Krishnamurthi and Robert E. Young
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Simulation in the Public Sector

A Simulation Model for Aged and Disabled Services
Reuben R. McDaniel, Jr., Robert S. Sullivan, and James R. Wilson
Modeling the Urban Development Process and the Related Transportation Impacts
Tenny N. Lam, Richard Corsi, and Katherine Wages
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Simulation of Physiological Systems

Simulation of Physiological Systems
Gerald Miller
Computer Eye Looks at Human Eye
Bruce H. McCormick and Roland Priemer
Simulation of the Human Mitral Valve
Gerald Miller
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Health Care Systems

Outpatient Health Care Facility Planning and Sizing via Computer Simulation
Peter Amladi
Simulation Modeling in Health Care Facilities
Kenneth R. Currie, Wafik H. Iskander, Michael Leonard, and Cynthia D. Coberly
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Military Applications I

Simulation Models for Army Manpower Requirements
Charles Dale
A Policy Analysis for Logistical Support of Multiple U.S. Army Contingency Requirements
Thomas D. Clark, Jr., George C. Prueitt, and Robert L. Smith
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Military Applications II

Modeling Tactical Communications with QSIM
A. F. Malmberg, S. A. Hutchinson, R. D. Riggin, and W. N. Friend
B-1B Avionics/Automatic Test Equipment: Maintenance Queueing Analysis
Lance M. Roark, James K. Feldman, and James Bexfield
Direct Ascent, Deep Space Intercept Model
Mark M. Mekaru and Richard C. Barclay
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Operational Evaluation Modeling I

Operational Evaluation Modeling of Automatic Speaker Verification Systems
David E. Crabbs and John R. Clymer
Implementation of Operational Evaluation Modeling in Pascal
John A. Quandt
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