 Heterostasis (cybernetics)

Heterostasis is a concept from cybernetics that refers to the ability of a system to maintain stability through adaptation and change. Unlike homeostasis, which focuses on maintaining equilibrium or stability within a system by counteracting disturbances, heterostasis acknowledges that systems must sometimes adjust or change their functioning in response to varying external conditions in order to maintain overall stability. In cybernetic terms, heterostasis emphasizes the dynamic interactions and feedback loops that allow a system to respond effectively to external influences and changes.