Multipoint sequence

A set of steps that are linked by a mechanism constitutes a sequence characterized by its entry point(s), its exit point(s) and its traversal direction(s). Depending on the reaction intermediates, two types of sequence are distinguished linear sequences and multipoint sequences. From the perspective of the Semenov diagram s shape, two types of sequence are distinguished open sequences and closed sequences. 

A multipoint sequence comprises an intermediate that is produced or consumed by at least two steps (see Figure 2.3) ... 

In branched chain reactions, such as water synthesis, the repeat unit includes multipoint sequences (see Figure 2.7), which leads to multiple loops nested within each other. 

Multipoint sequences in pseudo-steady state mode... 

Equality of speeds law for pseudo-steady state multipoint sequences... 

Let us calculate the contribution of the multipoint sequence to the speed of disappearance of reactant. From relation [5.11], we obtain ... 

In quasi-steady state mode, for a multipoint sequence of a homogeneous system, we prove a theorem symmetrical to the very general one obtained for pseudo-steady state modes. 

The artificial SSR is a collection of automated machines and robots. Their cooperation and coordination for achieving tasks from the simplest (e.g., fabricating a part, or manipulating a part in a sequence of steps for an assemblage operation) to the most complex ones (e.g., the fabrication and assemblage of computing hardware and software installation for a new piece of fabrication machinery) requires extensive, continuous, multipoint, and multi-level communication of information between machines, control functions, and software components. 

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