“Physics” approach to general systems theory

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Kybernetes

ISSN: 0368-492X

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Title:	“Physics” approach to general systems theory
Author(s):	J. Korn, (Visiting Fellow, London School of Economics, UK)
Citation:	J. Korn, (2002) "“Physics” approach to general systems theory", Kybernetes, Vol. 31 Iss: 9/10, pp.1442 - 1451
Keywords:	Cybernetics, General living systems theory
Article type:	Conceptual Paper
DOI:	10.1108/03684920210443644 (Permanent URL)
Publisher:	MCB UP Ltd
Abstract:	A number of empirical statements intended to capture features of “systems” considered to be pervasive, is given. A symbolism based on processed natural language is outlined. The symbolism can be used for analysis of scenarios with predominantly qualitative properties i.e. human activity situations. It is capable of carrying the appropriate mathematics and uncertainties associated with operation of human and other types of components, is based on a kind of predicate logic and exhibits changes of states in time. The approach has led to a definition of information and product and systems design.