
The sand pile model
Simplifying Complexity
The Profound Insights of Sandpile Theory in Complex Systems
The history of the shape of the sandpile, rather than the initial event, causes avalanches. Sandpile theory produces a power law showing many small avalanches and few large ones, applicable to various complex systems like earthquakes, mammal populations, and cities. The theory highlights that local interactions significantly influence system behavior, emphasizing the fundamental concept of self-organization in understanding complex systems.
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