Temporal Logic: Designing Systems That Evolve with Time
Temporal logic provides a powerful framework for reasoning about systems that change across time—moving beyond static models to embrace dynamic adaptation. Where classical logic treats propositions as universally true or false, temporal logic evaluates how truth values evolve, capturing states, transitions, and time-dependent behaviors. This approach is essential for engineering systems where timing, sequence, and environmental shifts define success.
Contrasting Static Models with Dynamic Temporal Reasoning1. Introduction: Static Models vs. Dynamic Adaptation
Static models assume fixed properties, treating systems as unchanging snapshots. In contrast, temporal logic embraces evolution, modeling states as interconnected points in time. For example, a temperature control system isn’t just “cold” or “warm”—it transitions,