Table 2 Example of single cluster parameters and multiple cluster parameters.
From: A software tool for creating simulated outbreaks to benchmark surveillance systems
Parameter | Type of Cluster | |
|---|---|---|
Single Cluster | Set of Clusters Varying Angle | |
Cluster ID | 100 | 101 [1:4] |
Number of Points in Cluster | 30 | 30 |
Reference Point Latitude | 42.35666 | 42.35666 |
Reference Point Longitude | -71.09516 | -71.09516 |
Cluster Radius | 600 m | 400 m |
Angle from reference point | 90 | [varies, see below] |
Distance from reference point | 1600 m | 3000 m |
Number of Days | 5 | 5 |
Time-growth Pattern | Linear | Linear |
Cluster Description | Linear time-growth cluster north of center point | Varied angle around center point and created 4 clusters. |
Number of Clusters | N/A | 4 |
Minimum Angle | N/A | 0 |
Maximum Angle | N/A | 270 |