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CellularAutomataLib: 1D–3D cellular automata models in Modelica

Year: 2025

Type: software-paper

Abstract: CellularAutomataLib is a Modelica library that supports the description and simulation of cellular automata (CA). The library has been designed to optimize modeling versatility and simulation efficiency, using external C code to describe cell states and transition functions. CellularAutomataLib also includes interface models to combine CA with other Modelica models. The new version of the library presented in this manuscript includes improved documentation, more efficient simulations and graphical animations, and the support for 3D models. The library has been developed and tested under Dymola 2024x and OpenModelica 1.26.0, and is freely distributed under the LGPL-3.0 license.

Source: SoftwareX

DOI: 10.1016/j.softx.2025.102418

Authors: Victorino Sanz, Alfonso Urquia

Institution: Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia

Language: English

Topic: Modeling and Simulation Systems

Subfield: Computational Theory and Mathematics

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,200

Funders: European Commission, European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency, HORIZON EUROPE Framework Programme