CYCLE (Stable)
Charles François (2004). CYCLE (Stable), International Encyclopedia of Systems and Cybernetics, 2(1): 806.
| Collection | International Encyclopedia of Systems and Cybernetics |
|---|---|
| Year | 2004 |
| Vol. (num.) | 2(1) |
| ID | ◀ 806 ▶ |
| Object type | Methodology or model |
After defining what is a recurrent cycle, ASHBY states that: “If the cycle is wholly contained in a given region, and the lines of behavior lead into the cycle, the cycle is stable”.
ASHBY gives an enlightening example: “Such a cycle is commonly shown by thermostats which, after correcting any gross displacement, settle down to a steady oscillation. In such case the field will show, not convergence to a point but convergence to a cycle” (1960, p.49).