Summary

The thesis is focusing on spatial agent-based models, with special attention given to their practical use and possibilities of integration of spatial data. In theoretical part individual components of agent models are described. Presented is the term agent with its attributes. Spatial agent-based model also consists of behaviour of agents defined by rules and space, in which movement and interaction take place. Regarding data integration only Grid and geographically defined vector based types of space have the necessary capabilities. Next structure, initialization, supported data formats, and the way of movement of agents in the space are defined. Before the implementation of model could happen, an overview of toolkits for agent based modelling had to be created. Tested were the following toolkits: NetLogo, Repast, MASON, GAMA Platform, AnyLogic a MATSim. First process of implementation of basic model is presented followed by loading of spatial data into the model to specify the movement of agents based on the modelled environment. In the AnyLogic toolkit a simulation of bus transport capacity was performed. After necessary adjustments were made, the model was used to solve the problem of overcrowding of buses during afternoon rush hour. The main output of the thesis is the model of movement of bees in the environment. The primary goal of the model is to verify, whether local conditions e. g. altitude ratios influence the way bees explore the surroundings when looking for food sources and the spread of American foulbrood. Two experiments with different characteristics of modelled environment were performed. The results stated that altitude ratios can prevent the spread of infection from the source to the hives divided by ridge of hills. Outputs of the model also include, after necessary adjustment are done in Geographic Information system, the explored area with intensity of bee visits of user defined sectors, which are distributed through the whole modelling environment. The behaviour of the model in the second experiment was satisfactory. Area explored by bees corresponded with altitude ratios and land cover in the location.