“Modeling system modes, states, configurations with Arcadia and Capella: method and tool perspectives”

Abstract: As systems and missions become more complex, the potential combination of modes and states across system, subsystem, and component levels becomes exponential and difficult to master. We present a tool-supported methodological approach for studying and integrating the impact of modes and states on the architecture definition. By using Arcadia method and Capella modeling tool, it allows systems engineers to establish the concepts of configuration and situation as keys to analyzing these impacts.