Modeling and Control of Discrete-event Dynamic Systems with Petri Nets and Other Tools

From the reviews:

"This is a textbook which offers a very attractive material for learning / teaching discrete-event dynamic systems (DEDS). It is authored by two scientists ... . Besides illustrative examples, each chapter proposes exercises and problems for a deeper training. The exposition style is very accessible and recommends the book for different levels in studying DEDS. The potential beneficiaries are under- and postgraduate students, educators, practitioners and researchers working in control, manufacturing, computer and other engineering areas, where DEDS provide indispensable instruments for analysis and design." (Octavian Pastravanu, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1129 (7), 2008)

"This textbook introduces students, engineers, and researchers to the fundamentals of various discrete-event modeling tools as well as applications. Suggestions are included for tailoring the materials in the book to meet the different needs of senior undergraduate and graduate students." (IEEE Control Systems Magazine, Vol. 29, October, 2009)