A data frame with 3 columns named "t", "t_1", and
"value".
Arguments
ipm
Output from make_ipm.
...
Other arguments passed to methods.
mega_mat
A vector with symbols, I's, and/or 0s representing the matrix blocks.
They should be specified in ROW MAJOR order! Can also be a character
string specifying the call. Parameter set index syntax is supported. When used,
format_mega_kernel will produce as many mega-matrices as there are
combinations of par_set_indices in the proto_ipm.
name_ps
The prefix(es) for the kernel name that correspond to survival
and growth/maturation of existing individuals. For the model
K = P_age + F_age, this would be "P". Only applies to
age X size models. The "_age" suffix is appended automatically, so
does not need to be supplied.
f_forms
The names of the kernels that correspond to production of new
individuals, and possibly, how they are combined. For example, a model that
includes sexual (with an "F" kernel) and asexual reproduction (with a "C" kernel),
this would be "F + C". If data come from multiple sites or years,
then this information is supplied using the index syntax (i.e.
f_forms = "F_yr + C_yr"). Only applies to age X size models. The
"_age" index is appended automatically, so does not need to be
supplied.