Model and representation
Simulation
Simulering
Extended note
The simulation and its outputs are actual computational events; the simulated trajectory is not thereby an actual event in the world.
Limitations
Not the same as
- The simulated real-world trajectory
- Empirical observation alone
- Automatic proof
Related terms
Methodological relevance
Simulation should be assessed through model grounds, parameters, validation, and concrete assignment.
Sources and principal occurrence
Source note: T5, the section on simulation.
- T5 — Models and RepresentationThe sustained theory document on models, measurement, simulation, validation, and assignment.
Correct and incorrect use
Correct use
The simulation shows what the model produces under these assumptions.
Incorrect or over-strong use
The simulation occurred; therefore what was simulated occurred in actuality.
Suggested citation
Suggested citationVikesland, M. A. A. (2026). “Simulation”. Røyndalism — Lexicon, content version 1.0.
APAVikesland, M. A. A. (2026). Simulation (version 1.0). Røyndalism. https://royndalisme.no/en/lexicon/simulation/
MLAVikesland, Martin A. A.. “Simulation.” Røyndalism, version 1.0, Vikesland Press, 2026, https://royndalisme.no/en/lexicon/simulation/.
ChicagoVikesland, Martin A. A.. “Simulation.” Røyndalism. version 1.0. Vikesland Press, 2026. https://royndalisme.no/en/lexicon/simulation/.
IEEEM. A. A. Vikesland, “Simulation,” Røyndalism, version 1.0, Vikesland Press, 2026. [Online]. Available: https://royndalisme.no/en/lexicon/simulation/
CSEVikesland MAA. 2026. Simulation. version 1.0. Røyndalism. Vikesland Press. Available from: https://royndalisme.no/en/lexicon/simulation/
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Revision note
- Document version
- 1.0
- First published
- 18 June 2026
First public edition.