Tag: Dynamical Systems
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Critical Mass
Originating from nuclear physics, “Critical Mass” represents key thresholds across disciplines, encompassing economic viability, societal trends, and biological sustainability, signifying transformative junctures.
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Hysteresis
Hysteresis describes systems where the current state is shaped by both past and present influences. Notable for its path dependence and non-linearity, the concept is particularly relevant in disciplines such as material science, engineering, and economics.
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Metastability
Metastability denotes a system’s stable state that is not its most energetically optimal. These transient states can endure for significant durations and are observed across various domains, influencing both natural and technological behaviors.
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Ergodicity
Originating in thermodynamics, the concept of ergodicity posits that systems, over extended periods, equally traverse every possible state. Beyond its foundational role in physics, ergodicity impacts disciplines from mathematics to economics, shaping understanding of prolonged system dynamics.