scholarly journals The mereology of thermodynamic equilibrium

Synthese ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael te Vrugt
Keyword(s):  
Formal Analysis ◽  
Thermal Contact ◽  
Inductive Argument ◽  
Systematic Classification ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Multiple Systems ◽  
Composite Systems ◽  
And Topology ◽  
Special Composition

AbstractThe special composition question (SCQ), which asks under which conditions objects compose a further object, establishes a central debate in modern metaphysics. Recent successes of inductive metaphysics, which studies the implications of the natural sciences for metaphysical problems, suggest that insights into the SCQ can be gained by investigating the physics of composite systems. In this work, I show that the minus first law of thermodynamics, which is concerned with the approach to equilibrium, leads to a new approach to the SCQ, the thermodynamic composition principle (TCP): Multiple systems in (generalized) thermal contact compose a single system. This principle, which is justified based on a systematic classification of possible mereological models for thermodynamic systems, might form the basis of an inductive argument for universalism. A formal analysis of the TCP is provided on the basis of mereotopology, which is a combination of mereology and topology. Here, “thermal contact” can be analyzed using the mereotopological predicate “self-connectedness”. Self-connectedness has to be defined in terms of mereological sums to ensure that scattered objects cannot be self-connected.

Organization of the periodic orbits in the Rössler flow

2018 ◽  
Vol 32 (21) ◽  
pp. 1850227 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chengwei Dong
Keyword(s):  
Periodic Orbits ◽  
Symbolic Dynamics ◽  
Building Blocks ◽  
Topological Classification ◽  
Systematic Classification ◽  
New Approach ◽  
One Dimensional ◽  
Surface Of Section ◽  
Chaotic Flow

In this paper, we systematically investigate the periodic solutions of the Rössler equations up to certain topological length. To overcome the difficulties for a return map that is multivalued and non-invertible in the nonlinear system, we propose a new approach that establishes one-dimensional symbolic dynamics based on the topological structure of the orbit. A newly designed variational method is numerically stable for cycle searching, and two-orbit fragments can be used as basic building blocks to initialize the system. The topological classification based on the whole orbit structure seems more effective than partitioning the Poincaré surface of section. The current research supplies an interesting framework for a systematic classification of periodic orbits in a chaotic flow.

The current state of the legislative implementation of criminal law policy

2020 ◽  
pp. 111-118
Author(s):  
Oleksandr Ostrohliad
Keyword(s):  
Law Enforcement ◽  
Criminal Code ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Public Discussion ◽  
Current State ◽  
Criminal Offenses ◽  
Legal Technology ◽  
Logical Semantic

Purpose. The aim of the work is to consider the novelties of the legislative work, which provide for the concept and classification of criminal offenses in accordance with the current edition of the Criminal Code of Ukraine and the draft of the new Code developed by the working group and put up for public discussion. Point out the gaps in the current legislation and the need to revise individual rules of the project in this aspect. The methodology. The methodology includes a comprehensive analysis and generalization of the available scientific and theoretical material and the formulation of appropriate conclusions and recommendations. During the research, the following methods of scientific knowledge were used: terminological, logical-semantic, system-structural, logical-normative, comparative-historical. Results In the course of the study, it was determined that despite the fact that the amendments to the Criminal Code of Ukraine came into force in July of this year, their perfection, in terms of legal technology, raises many objections. On the basis of a comparative study, it was determined that the Draft Criminal Code of Ukraine needs further revision taking into account the opinions of experts in the process of public discussion. Originality. In the course of the study, it was established that the classification of criminal offenses proposed in the new edition of the Criminal Code of Ukraine does not stand up to criticism, since other elements of the classification appear in subsequent articles, which are not covered by the existing one. The draft Code, using a qualitatively new approach to this issue, retains the elements of the previous classification and has no practical significance in law enforcement. Practical significance. The results of the study can be used in law-making activities to improve the norms of the current Criminal Code, to classify criminal offenses, as well as to further improve the draft Criminal Code of Ukraine.

scholarly journals BIM for Existing Construction: A Different Logic Scheme and an Alternative Semantic to Enhance the Interoperabilty

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 1855
Author(s):  
Franco Guzzetti ◽  
Karen Lara Ngozi Anyabolu ◽  
Francesca Biolo ◽  
Lara D’Ambrosio
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Building Information Modeling ◽  
Information Modeling ◽  
Historical Buildings ◽  
Architectural Heritage ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Building Information ◽  
Heritage Building ◽  
New Construction

In the construction field, the Building Information Modeling (BIM) methodology is becoming increasingly predominant and the standardization of its use is now an essential operation. This method has become widespread in recent years, thanks to the advantages provided in the framework of project management and interoperability. Hoping for its complete dissemination, it is unthinkable to use it only for new construction interventions. Many are experiencing what happens with the so-called Heritage Building Information Modeling (HBIM); that is, how BIM interfaces with Architectural Heritage or simply with historical buildings. This article aims to deal with the principles and working methodologies behind BIM/HBIM and modeling. The aim is to outline the themes on which to base a new approach to the instrument. In this way, it can be adapted to the needs and characteristics of each type of building. Going into the detail of standards, the text also contains a first study regarding the classification of moldable elements. This proposal is based on current regulations and it can provide flexible, expandable, and unambiguous language. Therefore, the content of the article focuses on a revision of the thinking underlying the process, also providing a more practical track on communication and interoperability.

scholarly journals A New Revision of the HDEC (Henry Draper Extension Charts) Catalog

2016 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Ashimbaeva ◽  
V. Sementsov
Keyword(s):  
Binary Systems ◽  
Measurement Model ◽  
Spectral Classification ◽  
Multiple Systems ◽  
Cross Matching

AbstractA new version of the HDEC (Henry Draper Extension Charts) catalog is presented. The catalog includes 88,548 entries, more than 3500 of which (components of binary systems) were earlier corrupted by an algorithmic error (1579 multiple systems were revealed). Spectral classification of these objects has been corrected manually using the CDS data. We also corrected some mistakes of the catalog detected by the measurement model and cross-matching with other CDS catalogs, and, in some cases, by the authors of the catalog and through collaboration of the HDEC users.

A New Approach to the Classification of Sound-Producing Instruments

1985 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 213 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rene T. A. Lysloff ◽  
Jim Matson
Keyword(s):  
New Approach

TYPOLOGY OF SOCIAL ENTERPRISES AND SYSTEMATIZATION OF THEIR CLASSIFICATION FEATURES AS A COMPONENT OF THE FORMATION OF PUBLIC POLICY ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kulinich O.V. ◽  
Orel Yu. ◽  
Bykovets K.Yu.
Keyword(s):  
Public Policy ◽  
Social Entrepreneurship ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Social Enterprises ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activity ◽  
Social Programs ◽  
Legal Form ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Innovative Potential

The article examines the approaches to the classification of social enterprises by different classification features, such as: objectives and direction of using profit, priority sources of funding, the degree of integration of social programs and business processes, the degree of financial capacity, ways to create social enterprises, specifics of entrepreneurial activity organization, organizational and legal form, areas of activity, size, location, etc. A new approach to classification according to the criterion of innovative potential of enterprises is proposed.

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