CRITICAL ISSUES IN ADVANCING MODELING & SIMULATION

Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Methodologies have passed the first half century from their foundation, at least in term of Computer Simulation, therefore it is still considered a strategic and innovative technology able to support competitiveness and advances in a wide spectrum of applications. In this discussion it is proposed an overview on M&S evolution with emphasis on the most recent innovations on this area, as well as cross-link with new technologies and conditions that are enabling further developments for simulationists; therefore the Critical Issues in M&S are outlined in term of evolution on these factors respect the past and new aspects to be considered for being successful in new projects; the M&S drivers and obstacles for innovation are presented as well as a set of case studies related to methodologies, technologies, applications and projects that are representing breaking trough examples for moving forward M&S to face the challenges of the third Millenium.