A%20Java%20Model%20of%20Spread

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A Java Model of Spread

• Kevin Kelley and David Gouch

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Our Model

• Began as command-line.
• Two arrays.
• Steady probability.
• Ported to applet.
• Graphical map.
• Creative people.

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The Command Line Version
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The Applet Version
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A Graphical Representation
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Guide
Citizen has not heard rumor yet
Honest Person will not spread rumor
Town Gossip spreads rumor
Creative Person exaggerates rumor
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Alternative Uses

• Forest fire modeling
• Disease spreading.
• More

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Thank You.Are there any questions?