Editorial: The operation and evolution of infrastructures: the role of agent-based modelling and decision making
by Zofia Lukszo, Gerard P.J Dijkema
International Journal of Critical Infrastructures (IJCIS), Vol. 5, No. 4, 2009

Abstract: Operation and evolution of infrastructure mutually influence each other. Both involve decision making. In this paper, we explore insights from simulating both in a single model. We present a framework to compare and connect the latest in modelling operation and evolution, respectively. Using the framework, we introduce the papers included in this special issue. Building-blocks are discussed for multi-scale modelling and simulation for decision support. The most prominent problem areas are the selection of sampling frequency and synchronisation and the magnitude of the solution-space to be explored. A research agenda is compiled to address these and other issues when combining the two in multi-scale modelling to provide some direction for future research.

Online publication date: Wed, 04-Nov-2009

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