Perceptual categorization is a key problem for an agent to cope with its internal and external world. Following a functional and subjective approach of cognitive modeling, the primary purpose of perceptual categorization is modeled as the valuation of a stimulus regarding its potential to satisfy an agent's current needs. Additionally an integrated and holistic approach is used, where categoriz...

This paper presents a modelling exercise conducted in the health sector, to identify functional requirements for Electronic Patient Records. The model is based on a holistic modelling approach, Active Knowledge Modelling and is conducted by a multi-disciplinary team with domain and modelling experiences. The main aim of the paper is to share our experience and to highlight the advantages from a...

Multiagent systems are being increasingly used in environmental modeling applications to characterize human behavior and interactions with natural processes. A model based on Distributed Constraint Optimization Problems (DCOPs) has been recently proposed for studying the management of water resources systems from the point of view of a regulating institution in charge of coordinating multiple d...

This paper investigates numerically the deep renovation of a multi-family building in Greece to reduce dramatically its energy demand and also incorporate renewable sources, rendering it positive one; thus position on an annual basis offer net electricity grid. The examined has 8 apartments 75 m 2 floor area each is located Moschato, suburb Athens Greece. goal present investigation determine sa...