computer simulation
Virtual reality experiment
A computer simulation is a program that models real-world processes or systems, allowing users to observe how they behave under various conditions.
Scientists use simulations to study climate change, economists to test market scenarios, engineers to crash-test virtual vehicles.
The computer simulation predicted how the virus would spread through the population.
Simulations range from simple mathematical models to elaborate virtual environments.
Finite problem-solving procedure
- parametersDefined boundaries or constraints
- variablesChangeable elements in equations
- modelingSimulating or demonstrating form
- finite elementNumerical method using subdivisions
Monte Carlo · stochastic · deterministic · iteration · MATLAB · validation · calibration · accuracy
Facts for analysis
- resultsWhat follows from effort
- scenarioPostulated event sequence
- hypothesisTestable proposed explanation
- experimentationSystematic testing of ideas
statistics · sampling · correlation · optimization · output · interpretation · comparison · benchmarking
Software modeling real-world motion
- game engineFramework for building interactive software
- procedural generationAutomated content creation via algorithms
- NPCUncontrolled game character
- ragdollLimp cloth figure
particle effects · collision detection · pathfinding · sandbox · Unity · Unreal · game physics
Interpretive depiction or performance
- graphicsVisual design elements
- 3DThree-axis spatial representation
- virtual realityComputer-created interactive environment
- augmented realityVirtual elements on real surroundings
animation · real-time · interactive · immersive · texture · lighting · ray tracing · CAD
Existing in effect, not fact
- exerciseActivity for fitness
- practiceRepeated work toward mastery
- rehearsalPre-performance practice session
- drillHole-boring device
military training · pilot training · skill-building · emergency response · astronaut training · safe environment · repetition · muscle memory
Prediction of future conditions
- projectionSomething that extends outward
- estimationApproximate value judgment
- extrapolationExtending data beyond bounds
- trendDirection of change
probability · outcomes · future state · what-if · risk assessment · climate modeling · epidemiological · economic forecasting
algorithm
Finite problem-solving procedure
- parametersDefined boundaries or constraints
- variablesChangeable elements in equations
- modelingSimulating or demonstrating form
finite element · Monte Carlo · stochastic · deterministic · iteration · MATLAB · validation · calibration · accuracy · boundary conditions
data
Facts for analysis
- resultsWhat follows from effort
- scenarioPostulated event sequence
- hypothesisTestable proposed explanation
experimentation · statistics · sampling · correlation · optimization · output · interpretation · comparison · benchmarking · regression
physics engine
Software modeling real-world motion
- game engineFramework for building interactive software
- procedural generationAutomated content creation via algorithms
- NPCUncontrolled game character
ragdoll · particle effects · collision detection · pathfinding · sandbox · Unity · Unreal · game physics
rendering
Interpretive depiction or performance
- graphicsVisual design elements
- 3DThree-axis spatial representation
- virtual realityComputer-created interactive environment
augmented reality · animation · real-time · interactive · immersive · texture · lighting · ray tracing · CAD · holography
virtual
Existing in effect, not fact
- exerciseActivity for fitness
- practiceRepeated work toward mastery
- rehearsalPre-performance practice session
drill · military training · pilot training · skill-building · emergency response · astronaut training · safe environment · repetition · muscle memory · hands-on
forecast
Prediction of future conditions
- projectionSomething that extends outward
- estimationApproximate value judgment
- extrapolationExtending data beyond bounds
trend · probability · outcomes · future state · what-if · risk assessment · climate modeling · epidemiological · economic forecasting · weather prediction
- Simulationsvirtual reality, VR, fluid dynamics, sandbox, Civilization
- weather termssunny, rainy, cloudy, stormy, snowy
- modelssupermodel, fashion model, cover model, runway model, mathematical model
- Virtual RealityVR headsets, VR, virtual reality, virtual world, virtual environment
- structural engineeringstructural design, structural analysis, structural steel, structural engineering, stress analysis
computer simulationreality
What actually exists
the real thing · physical reality · real life · flesh and blood · in the flesh
computer simulationempirical observation
Facts gathered through senses
field study · empirical research · clinical trial · prototype testing · fieldwork
computer simulationreal-world experience
Knowledge from actual living
hands-on experience · live performance · on-the-job training · practical application · live action
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