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Formalism

Types

formalism $tType

The language and structure in which a phenomenon could be described. Methods used to express modelets; class in the Data Model.

  • The information structure used to capture the concept and origin
  • Highlights some aspects of the phenomenon while hiding others
  • Defines engine I/O compatibility and usability with other models

New formalism could be defined or old ones modified.

Example

  • ROS message
  • Image format
  • Language grammar
Source: Understanding presentation