Conclusions and outlook

Abstract

The development, analysis and evaluation of complex systems requires more and more the use of modeling and simulation, as it is often impossible to do otherwise. Often microscopic modeling approaches like agent-based modeling and simulation are used for representing such complex systems. Despite widespread use in many application areas, the foundations of agent-based modeling and simulation are much less profound than in other established modeling paradigms. With special emphasis on agent-based modeling and simulation, this thesis aims at two goals. Firstly, improving effectivity and efficiency of model development and secondly, improving effectivity of model execution.