A finite-state machine (FSM), finite-state automaton (FSA), or simply state machine is a mathematical model of computation and an abstract machine that can be in exactly one of a finite number of ...

Abstract: In many applications, security is a serious issue due to the high risk of cyber-attacks. An adversary can cause severe damage by providing wrong information about the system and consequently ...

COLUMBIA — A recent federal ruling declaring slot-style machines in Missouri gas stations, bars and convenience stores illegal is putting attention on a problem state regulators say has left players ...

Legislation creating a state-run video lottery system to replace and regulate “gray market” slot machines that have proliferated for years in gas stations, bars and fraternal halls across the state ...

Abstract: In this paper, we consider the problem of structural simplification of finite state machines (FSMs), aiming at designing a structural simplification filter for FSMs by constructing pruning ...

State and federal authorities are investigating "illegal" slot machines in Missouri and the flow of money to the companies that own them. The investigation follows a federal civil court ruling that ...