Downloading the model
The model has the following requirements:
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Have Python 2.7.x installed on your device (download here).
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Have the numpy, matplotlib and scipy Python libraries installed (download here, here and here).
The above packages can be individually downloaded and installed however it is highly recommended to instead install a scientific Python distribution. Downloading Enthought Canopy (download here) and using the Canopy command prompt is recommended.
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Please extract all files contained in the .zip folder to a single directory and run from the command line. More detailed instructions are contained in the relevant README file.
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The model has suggested coefficients which have been determined to produce the most realistic driving simulation possible. However, you are free to change any of the variables and observe the effects.
Simple
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Requires very basic python knowledge.
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Limited access over the variables allowed to be changed.
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Produces an output of only one car.
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Complex
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Requires a more comprehensive python background.
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Has complete access to all the variables used.
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Can produce outputs of an unlimited number of cars (This version takes longer to run and can output a slower frame rate video)
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