Advances in Systems Theory: Control, Communication Networks, Production Systems & Rational Behavior

A Tribute to Professor Semyon M. Meerkov on his 70th Birthday This volume grew out of the friendship and appreciation that the editors and contributors have for Professor Semyon M. Meerkov as a scholar and mentor. Its purpose is to highlight the mentorship achievements of Professor Meerkov and to honor him on the occasion of his 70th birthday. It consists of a collection of 15 scientifi c papers written by system scientists who carried out their doctoral work under the guidance of Professor Meerkov. Its organization refl ects the diverse nature of Professor Meerkov's contributions to Systems Theory. Accordingly, the volume is organized in four parts: Control, Communication Networks, Production Systems and Rational Behavior.