A hierarchical framework for the analysis of scale
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Summary
Some basic properties of scaled systems are explored with a view toward taking advantage of the scaled structure in predicting system dynamics, including hierarchical structuring, disequilibrium, and metastability.
- Type
- article
- Published
- 1989-12-01
- Cited by
- 327
- References
- 64
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Keywords
Constraint (computer-aided design), Hierarchy, Attractor, Disequilibrium, Computer science
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