Questions tagged [vensim]
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How to load and access C/C++ header in Python
I am trying to interface with a dynamic simulation software (Vensim) with python. The software has a header file, vendll.h, that I'd like to be able to use.
I've been looking through the ctypes module for this but haven't found anything. I'd also…

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Opening Vensim Models on Anylogic
I am having trouble importing a Vensim Model (Version 9.3) on Anylogic. I get the error - "parsing error! com.anylogic.ui.bad: encountered " ","","" at line X , column Y, was expecting: ..." I tried to see if I can download older…

Pavithra S M
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How do I import a vector of data in Vensim P.L.E. 8.0.4. x64
I am a user of Vensim P.L.E. 8.0.4. x64. This is the Personal Learning Edition, that is freely available for 60 days.
I am trying to get familiar with it.
I tried to replicate some examples available online, such as these two:
first video
second…

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How to add multiple if then else statements in vensim
I have this logic in vensim that goes,
If result<150, 1,2
if result>=150 :AND: <200, 3, 4
If result > 200, 5, 6
What I want is to make them nested if in vensim, but I do not know how.
I already tried
If then else (result<150, 1, If then else…

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IF THEN statement in Vensim
I would like to use these If Then statements in Vensim. Vensim does just have an if then else function. I've tried converting it, but I haven't succeeded.
Thanks for the help!
IF THEN("CO2-gehalte" >= 120, 1)
IF THEN("CO2-gehalte" < 105, 0)

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different time steps in Vensim do not have the same result, how can this be solved?
I am making a simple model in Vensim.
the model consists of a stock and an out-flow variable:
stock:
equations
= INTEG (-"out-flow"), initial value: 2.5
out-flow:
equations
= IF THEN ELSE( stock>0, MIN(stock, 1), 0)
simulation runs for 5 years…

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VENSIM TREND Function in system dynamics
I am trying to understand VENSIM functions like TREND in System Dynamics. Any suggestions? I have tried reading up a few papers but not fully comprehending what i am reading

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How can I set the Emscripten path in Vensim
I am trying to create a webassembly out of an MDL file using Vensim. According to Vensim official guide, if I click on Tools->Options the following modal should pop up:
In this modal there is a label with which I can set the emscripten path.…

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How to import Vensim model to Anylogic PLE?
I have encountered "parsing error! com.anylogic.ui.bad: encountered " ","","" at column X, row Y, was expecting: ..."
The Vensim model is in MDL format and consists of three simple formulas, however, the importer doesn't work. How can I fix the…

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Function for regaining park capacity for visitors?
I am getting used to Vensim for Modelling System Dynamics. To train, I am busy with a System Dynamics of Park Visitors. Where I have modelling the following Stock and Flow Diagram:
For the equation of 'Max Capacity' I have defined it as:
max…

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Integrating vensim into anylogic but coming up with opreator error
enter image description hereI am new to anylogic and java. When integrating my system dynamics model from vensim I keep getting an operator error on one of my logic variables that sums up other variables and then tests whether a threshold has been…

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Understanding Parsing Error when reading model file into PySD
I am receiving the following error message when I try to read a Vensim model file (.mdl) using Python's PySD package.
My code is:
import pysd
import os
os.chdir('path/to/model_file')
model = pysd.read_vensim('my_model.mdl')
The Error I receive…

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Delay functions in Anylogic System Dynamics
What function in AnyLogic-System Dynamics is equivalent to the Delay3 function in Vensim? The Delay3 function in Vensim is used for material delay (e.g. when goods are delayed by 3 days). The syntax in Vensim is: Delay3(input, delayTime).
I tried…

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pysd library ParseError
I'm using a library called pysd to translate vensim files to Python, but when I try to do it (library functions) I get a parse error but don't understand what it means.
This is my log.
ParseError Traceback (most…

Esteban
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