What the facility does
Develops advanced methods for modeling and simulation for a range of applications.
Areas of expertise
The Advanced Real-Time Simulation Laboratory (ARSLab) investigates the automatic generation of executable models from system specifications, with a focus on developing new theories, methodologies and supporting tools. The research team also explores the integration of simulation results with advanced 3D visualization capabilities.
Areas of expertise include:
- Discrete-event system specifications
- Cellular models for a range of applications
- Real-time, parallel and distributed simulation techniques
- Interoperability of executable models using web services technologies
- Automated test case generation from discrete-event specifications
Research services
- Develop models
- Conduct simulation studies
- Provide advice on software interoperability
- Provide analytical services
Sectors of application
- Aerospace and satellites
- Agriculture, animal science and food
- Automotive
- Construction (including building, civil engineering, specialty trades)
- Defence and security industries
- Education
- Energy
- Environmental technologies and related services
- Fisheries and aquaculture
- Forestry and forest-based industries
- Healthcare and social services
- Information and communication technologies and media
- Management and business related services
- Manufacturing and processing
- Transportation
Specialized labs and equipment
| Equipment | Function |
|---|---|
| Compute Cluster and Real-Time Embedded Systems Platform | Multiprocessor with high-speed interconnect, linked to embedded development platforms through high speed networks. Can be used to develop embedded software that can be integrated with simulation of real world applications. Includes visualization engines for validation and training. |
Private and public sector research partners
- Autodesk Research
- Ericsson Canada Inc.
- SageTea Inc.
- Idéeclic Inc.
- DISTIL Interactive Ltd.