In this chapter I will give a overview of the role of time delays in understanding neural systems. The main focus will be on models of neural systems in terms of delay differential equations. Later in this section, I will discuss how such models arise. The goal of the chapter is two-fold: (1) to give the reader an introduction and guide to some methods available for understanding the dynamics o...

Production and non-productive equipment and personnel delays are a critical element of any production system. The frequency and length of delays impact heavily on the production and economic efficiency of these systems. Machining processes in wood industry are particularly vulnerable to productive and non-productive delays. Whereas, traditional manufacturing industries usually operate on homoge...