Abstract
In this paper algorithms for model checking CSL (continuous stochastic logic) against infinite-state continuous-time Markov chains of so-called quasi birth-death type are developed. In doing so we extend the applicability of CSL model checking beyond the recently proposed case for finite-state continuous-time Markov chains, to an important class of infinite-state Markov chains. We present syntax and semantics for CSL and develop efficient model checking algorithms for the steady-state operator and the time-bounded next and until operator. For the former, we rely on the so-called matrix-geometric solution of the steady-state probabilities of the infinite-state Markov chain. For the time-bounded until operator we develop a new algorithm for the transient analysis of infinite-state Markov chains, thereby exploiting the quasi birth-death structure. A case study shows the feasibility of our approach. The work presented in this paper has been performed in the context of the MC=MC project (612.000.311), financed by the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO) and is based on the diploma thesis [18], supported by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).
Original language | English |
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Publisher | Springer Verlag |
Number of pages | 16 |
Place of Publication | Berlin / Heidelberg, Germany |
ISBN (Print) | 9783540253334 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2005 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- EWI-7894
- METIS-225561
- IR-63633