Overview
System dynamics is a powerful tool for understanding how complex systems evolve over time. By analyzing feedback loops, stocks, and flows, we can gain insights into the behavior of various systems, from ecological to economic. This knowledge is crucial for making informed decisions in fields like en...
Key Terms
Example: System dynamics can be used to model population growth.
Example: In a thermostat, the temperature affects the heating system's operation.
Example: Water in a reservoir is a stock.
Example: The rate of water entering a reservoir is a flow.
Example: Using software to simulate traffic flow in a city.
Example: Simulating climate change impacts on sea levels.
Related Topics
Chaos Theory
The study of complex systems that are highly sensitive to initial conditions.
advancedControl Systems
The study of how to manipulate system inputs to achieve desired outputs.
intermediateComplex Adaptive Systems
Systems that adapt and evolve in response to changes in their environment.
advancedKey Concepts
feedback loopsstocks and flowssystem behaviormodeling