Tag: Feedback Mechanisms
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Ant Mill
In an “Ant Mill,” ants trapped in a loop demonstrate the limits of instinctual navigation, highlighting the balance between efficient communication and the risks of collective reliance.
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Flying by Instruments
In instrument flight, pilots utilize onboard instruments for navigation, especially crucial in challenging conditions where external visuals are limited or obscured. As aviation evolved, this method, driven by both the need for safety and advancements in technology, necessitated rigorous training to ensure pilot proficiency.
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Being Too Early is Indistinguishable from Being Wrong
An idea introduced too soon confronts economic, psychological, and societal hurdles that often render it indistinguishable from an incorrect or unviable concept, irrespective of its inherent merits.
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Homeostasis
Homeostasis is the mechanism enabling organisms to maintain internal stability amidst external fluctuations. Achieved through feedback systems, it encompasses temperature, fluid balance, blood sugar, and pH regulation. Disruptions in homeostasis can be detrimental, leading to potential diseases or critical conditions.