ABM Design Steps

A systematic framework for designing and developing an ABM.

Introduction

The design process of an Agent-Based Model (ABM) typically involves several steps which can vary depending on the specific context and objectives of the model being studied. 

Explanation

Below are the common steps involved in ABM design:

  1. Problem Identification

  2. Conceptual Design

  3. Verification

  4. Calibration

  5. Validation

ABM need to have:

  1. Agents: have characteristics, have goal
  2. environment : spatial, dynamic, static
  3. time " timestamps, events

Methods design ABM:

  • Pattern oriented
  • participatory : fuzzy cognitive mapping

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