NTrak is a model railroading concept focused on N scale (1:160) model trains. It is a modular layout system that allows individuals to build and display their own sections of track and scenery, which can be connected with sections created by other modelers. This modularity enables enthusiasts to create large, visually diverse layouts for exhibitions and shows.
`/dev/random` is a special file in Unix-like operating systems that serves as a source of cryptographically secure random numbers. Here are some key points about `/dev/random`: 1. **Randomness Source**: It provides random data generated by the operating system, which collects environmental noise from the computer's hardware (such as mouse movements, keyboard timings, and other system events) to ensure that the generated numbers are unpredictable.
Diceware is a method for creating strong, memorable passphrases using dice. It was developed by Arnold G. Reinhold and is based on the principle of generating random words to create a secure and easy-to-remember password. The process typically involves the following steps: 1. **Dice Rolling**: You roll a set of dice (usually five) to generate random numbers. Each roll corresponds to a unique combination of numbers.
Ghost Leg, also known as "the ladder game" or "amaba," is a popular children's game and a method for randomly pairing items or determining outcomes. It is particularly common in Japan and some other Asian countries, but variations of the game exist in many cultures. The game typically involves a vertical grid of lines or "legs" that descend from the top to the bottom.
Incompatibilism is a philosophical view regarding the relationship between free will and determinism. It holds that free will and determinism cannot coexist; that is, if determinism is true (the idea that all events, including human actions, are determined by prior events in accordance with natural laws), then individuals do not have free will. Consequently, if people have free will, then determinism must be false.
In real analysis, theorems are statements or propositions that have been proven to be true based on previously established results, axioms, and logical reasoning. Real analysis is a branch of mathematics that deals with the properties of real numbers, sequences, series, functions, and limits, often focusing on concepts such as continuity, differentiability, integrability, and convergence.
"Willy-nilly" is an idiomatic expression that means "whether one wants to or not" or "in a haphazard or disorganized manner." It can imply doing something without having a choice in the matter or being forced to go along with something. It can also refer to a situation where actions are taken carelessly or without proper planning. For example, someone might say, "They had to move willy-nilly when they found out their lease was ending.
A Padé approximant is a type of rational function used to approximate a given function, typically a power series. It is defined as the ratio of two polynomials, \( P(x) \) and \( Q(x) \), where \( P(x) \) is of degree \( m \) and \( Q(x) \) is of degree \( n \).
A Baire function is a specific type of function that arises in the field of descriptive set theory, which is a branch of mathematical logic and analysis. Baire functions are defined on the real numbers (or other Polish spaces) and can be categorized based on their levels of complexity. ### Definition: Baire functions are defined using the idea of Baire classes.
In mathematical analysis, a **Baire-1 function** (or **Baire class 1 function**) is a special type of function that is defined in terms of its pointwise limits of continuous functions.
Hadamard's lemma is a result in the field of differential calculus that relates to the expansion of a function in terms of its derivatives. Specifically, it provides a formula for expressing the value of a function at a point in terms of its Taylor series expansion around another point.
The origin of language is a complex and debated topic among linguists, anthropologists, and cognitive scientists. While there is no consensus about how and when language originated, several theories and hypotheses have been proposed. Here are some of the prominent ones: 1. **The Natural Sound Source Theory**: This theory suggests that early human language developed from natural sounds that conveyed meaning, such as animal calls, environmental sounds, or simple vocalizations that mimicked these sounds.
An interleave sequence refers to a technique of merging or combining elements from multiple sequences in such a way that the elements from each sequence are alternated in the final output. This concept is often used in computer science, particularly in data processing, algorithms, and digital communication, where it can help in improving data throughput and error correction.
The International Axion Observatory (IAXO) is a proposed scientific facility designed to search for axions, hypothetical particles that are predicted by certain extensions of the Standard Model of particle physics, specifically in theories that address issues such as dark matter and the strong CP problem in quantum chromodynamics. Axions are extremely light and weakly interacting particles, making their detection quite challenging. The concept behind IAXO involves using a type of experiment known as a "light shining through walls" setup.
The expected value, often denoted as \( E(X) \) for a random variable \( X \), is a fundamental concept in probability and statistics that provides a measure of the central tendency of a random variable. It represents the long-term average outcome of a random variable if the process were to be repeated many times.
Generalized Expected Utility (GEU) is an extension of the traditional expected utility theory, which is a cornerstone of decision-making under risk in economics and decision theory. While standard expected utility theory assumes that individuals will make choices to maximize the expected utility based on a given probability distribution of outcomes, GEU accommodates a broader range of preferences and behaviors.
Subjective Expected Utility (SEU) is a decision theory framework that combines subjective beliefs about the likelihood of outcomes with utility values assigned to those outcomes. It is an extension of the expected utility theory, which is grounded in objective probabilities. ### Key Components of Subjective Expected Utility: 1. **Subjective Probabilities**: Instead of relying on objective probabilities, SEU allows individuals to use their personal beliefs or subjective judgments to assess the likelihood of different outcomes.
The Choquet integral is a mathematical concept used to generalize the idea of integration, particularly in the context of non-additive set functions or capacities. It was named after Gustave Choquet, who introduced it in the context of set theory and probability. The Choquet integral is particularly applicable in situations where the interaction among elements doesn’t behave in an additive manner.
The Axion Dark Matter Experiment (ADMX) is an experimental initiative designed to search for axions, which are hypothetical particles proposed as a candidate for dark matter. Dark matter makes up about 27% of the universe's total mass-energy content, yet it has not been directly observed. Axions are predicted by certain theories in particle physics, notably in the context of quantum chromodynamics (QCD). The ADMX primarily aims to detect axions by exploiting their expected interactions with electromagnetic fields.

Pinned article: Introduction to the OurBigBook Project

Welcome to the OurBigBook Project! Our goal is to create the perfect publishing platform for STEM subjects, and get university-level students to write the best free STEM tutorials ever.
Everyone is welcome to create an account and play with the site: ourbigbook.com/go/register. We belive that students themselves can write amazing tutorials, but teachers are welcome too. You can write about anything you want, it doesn't have to be STEM or even educational. Silly test content is very welcome and you won't be penalized in any way. Just keep it legal!
We have two killer features:
  1. topics: topics group articles by different users with the same title, e.g. here is the topic for the "Fundamental Theorem of Calculus" ourbigbook.com/go/topic/fundamental-theorem-of-calculus
    Articles of different users are sorted by upvote within each article page. This feature is a bit like:
    • a Wikipedia where each user can have their own version of each article
    • a Q&A website like Stack Overflow, where multiple people can give their views on a given topic, and the best ones are sorted by upvote. Except you don't need to wait for someone to ask first, and any topic goes, no matter how narrow or broad
    This feature makes it possible for readers to find better explanations of any topic created by other writers. And it allows writers to create an explanation in a place that readers might actually find it.
    Figure 1.
    Screenshot of the "Derivative" topic page
    . View it live at: ourbigbook.com/go/topic/derivative
  2. local editing: you can store all your personal knowledge base content locally in a plaintext markup format that can be edited locally and published either:
    This way you can be sure that even if OurBigBook.com were to go down one day (which we have no plans to do as it is quite cheap to host!), your content will still be perfectly readable as a static site.
    Figure 2.
    You can publish local OurBigBook lightweight markup files to either https://OurBigBook.com or as a static website
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    Figure 3.
    Visual Studio Code extension installation
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    Figure 4.
    Visual Studio Code extension tree navigation
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    Figure 5.
    Web editor
    . You can also edit articles on the Web editor without installing anything locally.
    Video 3.
    Edit locally and publish demo
    . Source. This shows editing OurBigBook Markup and publishing it using the Visual Studio Code extension.
    Video 4.
    OurBigBook Visual Studio Code extension editing and navigation demo
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  3. https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook-media/master/feature/x/hilbert-space-arrow.png
  4. Infinitely deep tables of contents:
    Figure 6.
    Dynamic article tree with infinitely deep table of contents
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    Descendant pages can also show up as toplevel e.g.: ourbigbook.com/cirosantilli/chordate-subclade
All our software is open source and hosted at: github.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook
Further documentation can be found at: docs.ourbigbook.com
Feel free to reach our to us for any help or suggestions: docs.ourbigbook.com/#contact