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ALPHA/Sim: ALPHA/Sim simulation software tutorial

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ALPHA/Sim is a general-purpose, discrete-event simulation tool. ALPHA/Sim allows a user to graphically build a simulation model, enter input data via integrated forms, execute the simulation model, and view the simulation results, within a single graphical environment. In this paper, we introduce ALPHA/Sim and describe how to use ALPHA/Sim to build, simulate, and analyze a simple manufacturing system. In addition, we briefly describe some advanced features and list some sample applications.

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    WSC '00: Proceedings of the 32nd conference on Winter simulation
    December 2000
    2014 pages

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    Society for Computer Simulation International

    San Diego, CA, United States

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