: Engineered systems that integrate physical processes (machines, sensors) with computational algorithms and network connectivity. They create a continuous feedback loop where digital commands control physical actions in real-time.
: Moving from rigid hierarchical structures to decentralized "heterarchical" models where machines and humans make autonomous decisions together. ssm-cps
In the context of technology and engineering, refers to the application of Soft Systems Methodology (SSM) to the design or evaluation of Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) . Core Definitions ssm-cps
: Consolidating different perceptions (e.g., from teachers and students in education or workers and managers in factories) to improve system design. ssm-cps
: Using agile, iterative cycles to refine technical requirements based on real-world human feedback. Common Use Cases