CAST Methods in Modelling: Computer Aided Systems Theory for the Design of Intelligent Machines

Microtechnologies and their corresponding CAD tools have

meanwhile reached alevel of sophistication that requires

the application of theoretical means on all modelling levels

of design and analysis. Also, there is a growing need for a

scientific approach in modelling again. Many concepts

provided by Systems Theory again turn out to be of major

importance. This is especially valid for the design of

"machines with intelligent behaviour".

When dealing with complex systems, the engineering design

has to be supported by CAD tools. Consequently, the methods

of Systems Theory must also get computerized. The newly

established field of "Computer Aided Systems Theory" (CAST)

is a first effort in this direction. The goal of CAST

research and development isto provide "Systems Theory

Method Banks" which can be used in education and to provide

a platform for the migration of CAST methods into existing

CAD tools.

This book, basing on different research and development

projects in CAST, is written for engineers who are

interested in using and developing CAST systems,

particularly in thefield of Information and Systems

Engineering.