SysML v2 reference implementation: A field report
There is a reference implementation for SysML v2. This is a field report that examines installation, features and benefits.
Eclipse Foundation focuses on Europe
Eclipse is a software platform known for popular systems engineering programs such as Papyrus and Capella. The Eclipse Foundation, based in Canada, initially had a strong North American focus. However, a large proportion of its activities have long been taking place in Europe. With the establishment of a new European non-profit organization, this trend is set to continue for a good...
Is open source a viable path in systems engineering?
To anticipate the answer right away: Yes, but... - there are now several open source solutions, all of which are also used industrially. But being successful with them is not easy. Below we take a look at three tools that all take different approaches: Papyrus, Capella and Aras.
What three billion-euro deals in open source mean for systems engineering
There is no doubt that open source is largely responsible for the fact that we are experiencing an unprecedented variety of new and innovative products. This is because open source supports unbureaucratic reuse and collaboration across organizational boundaries. Open source has also featured a lot in the business news this year: This year, after all, there have been three...
Capella and ARCADIA at Thales: Should tool and method be coupled?
A lot has already been reported about Eclipse on these pages, and also about the PolarSys working group, which deals with the development of embedded systems with Eclipse-based tools. Today we are talking about Capella, a tool from the PolarSys toolbox, and a method called ARCADIA. Two things are of interest to the reader here: On the one hand,...
6 ways to link models
Unfortunately, the possibility of linking models is used far too little. Here are 6 practical approaches.
How mature is Papyrus for UML really?
Even though I really appreciate open source and Eclipse, my experience with Papyrus has been rather mixed so far. However, it has been several years since I was allowed to use the tool in a project. In this respect, I find the discussions with Carsten Pitz about Papyrus very exciting, as he actively uses Papyrus in projects. Carsten...
What has become of the five forecasts on systems engineering?
Last year, I made five predictions about systems engineering in 2016. Today I would like to examine what has become of these five predictions.
A first look at Papyrus for Information Modeling (with video)
A while ago, I promised to take a look at the Neon-based Papyrus. As many already know, Papyrus is an Eclipse project for UML modeling. I have already reported on Papyrus several times. Here are the first impressions of Papyrus for Information Modeling. Note: The syscamp.nord will take place on 20.10.2018 in Hamburg. Details and tickets (from €50) online...
What has happened to SysML in the last seven years
The OMG operates a number of wikis that contain interesting topics and information. Today I would like to present a report that is a little old, but still contains exciting insights. It is a survey from 2009 on the use of SysML. First of all: Compilation of SysML RFI- Final Report....
Groundbreaking changes to Eclipse Papyrus?
That's what a short, pithy saying can become: At the end of last year, jaxenter asked me which software product had disappointed me in 2015. Unfortunately, I couldn't help but mention Papyrus, an Eclipse component for modeling in UML and SysML. This statement was picked up by the Papyrus blog, whereupon jaxenter started a respectful dialog in German and English with...
Five forecasts for systems engineering in 2016
The year is drawing to a close - and this is a popular time to look into the crystal ball. Here are my predictions for 2016: 1. agility and modeling make for more effective systems engineering Agility has been on the upswing for years: especially where security does not play a (major) role, agile approaches can reduce costs and improve...
