NASA NTRS · 19800025701
Self-replicating systems: A systems engineering approach
Abstract
A first approach to conceptualize self-replicating systems was developed from past and present abstract theories. The engineering elements of self-replicating systems are defined in terms of a basic reference system. A number of options are investigated. The growth characteristics and their problems are analyzed, the mathematics of various exponential growth options are outlined, and the problems of universal parts production and systems closure are discussed. Selected areas of further study are defined and a 20 year development and demonstration program is presented.
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Vontiesenhausen, G., Darbro, W. A.. 1980-07-01. Self-replicating systems: A systems engineering approach. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19800025701
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