Regimes define the coherent modes of operation a framework can enter. They describe how the model behaves under different conditions, constraints, and gradients.
A regime begins with its identity: the minimal declaration of what makes this mode distinct from others. Identity is structural, not behavioral.
Regime identity ensures clarity when multiple modes coexist in a framework.
Constraints define what is fixed, limited, or non‑negotiable within a regime. They prevent drift and maintain coherence.
Constraints are the guardrails that keep a regime meaningful.
Gradients describe what drives change inside a regime. They are the forces, pressures, or incentives that shape behavior.
Gradients determine how a regime evolves without leaving its identity.
Transitions describe how the framework moves from one regime to another. They must be explicit, predictable, and structurally coherent.
Transitions prevent chaotic or undefined behavior between modes.
A coherence envelope defines the range within which a regime remains valid. It is the structural boundary of regime stability.
Coherence envelopes ensure regimes remain predictable and structurally sound.