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Uncertainty analysis

Characterization and propagation of incomplete knowledge about inputs, models and future conditions.

Definition

Characterization and propagation of incomplete knowledge about inputs, models and future conditions. Follow the related lesson to see how this term changes a system boundary or decision.

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Scenario and sensitivity analysis

Separate alternative futures, influential assumptions and uncertain values.

REFERENCES

References & further reading

  1. U.S. Department of Energy (2024). Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium: Crosscutting Analysis Research.Open source