Anylogic Modeler

• Read First: /home/ubuntu/skills/anylogic-modeler/references/paradigms.md

Use the following table to guide your decision based on the user's request:

If the user's request is ambiguous, ask clarifying questions to determine the correct paradigm.

Step 2: Structure the Model

Once the paradigm is identified, outline the model's structure:

1. Main Agent: Every model has a Main agent that typically contains the core logic and other agents.
2. Agent Types: Define the different types of agents in the model (e.g., Customer, Vehicle, Patient).
3. Environment: Define the space where agents live, which can be continuous, discrete, or GIS-based.
4. Experiments: Determine the type of experiment needed. The most common is the SimulationExperiment. For optimization tasks, use the OptimizationExperiment.

Step 3: Implement the Model Logic

With the structure defined, implement the model's logic using the appropriate AnyLogic libraries. These reference guides provide details on the most commonly used blocks.

• For DES models: Read /home/ubuntu/skills/anylogic-modeler/references/process_modeling_library.md
• For warehouse/factory models: Read /home/ubuntu/skills/anylogic-modeler/references/material_handling_library.md
• For pedestrian, traffic, or rail models: Read /home/ubuntu/skills/anylogic-modeler/references/other_libraries.md

Implementation Patterns

• Process Flow (DES): Use blocks from the Process Modeling Library to create a flowchart that defines the agent's journey.
• Behavior (ABM): Use Statecharts to model the different states an agent can be in and the transitions between them.
• System-Level Dynamics (SD): Use Stocks and Flows to model accumulations and rates of change.
• Custom Logic: For complex logic that cannot be expressed with library blocks, use Java code within the properties of AnyLogic elements (e.g., in the "On exit" action of a block).

Step 4: Analyze and Present Results

After building the model, run the simulation experiment and collect data. Present the results to the user in a clear and understandable format, using charts, plots, and statistics. The analysis and file tools are well-suited for this.