A Simplified Method for Implementing Run-Time Polymorphism in Fortran95

This paper discusses a simplified technique for software emulation of inheritance and run-time polymorphism in Fortran95. This technique involves retaining the same type throughout an inheritance hierarchy, so that only functions which are modified in a derived class need to be implemented.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Viktor K. Decyk, Charles D. Norton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2004-01-01
Series:Scientific Programming
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2004/437097
Description
Summary:This paper discusses a simplified technique for software emulation of inheritance and run-time polymorphism in Fortran95. This technique involves retaining the same type throughout an inheritance hierarchy, so that only functions which are modified in a derived class need to be implemented.
ISSN:1058-9244
1875-919X